AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDigital Infrastructure Investment: WIOCC Group secured a combined $300m from Africa Finance Corporation and Vision Invest to expand open-access fibre, data centres and subsea assets across Africa, as internet use remains low and demand for cloud and AI grows. Retail & Foodservice Deal: Shoprite agreed to buy Africa’s largest coffee chain Vida e Caffè in $62m transactions, giving it a stronger foothold in quick-service restaurants. Migration & Human Rights: In South Africa’s Western Cape, at least 100 immigrants are reportedly held in police cells for visa overstays, with claims of overcrowding and arrests despite submitted documents—SAPS disputes “indiscriminate” allegations. Trade & Finance: Nedbank received Central Bank of Kenya approval to acquire up to 66% of NCBA, reshaping ownership of one of East Africa’s biggest lenders. Lesotho Business & Economy: A Lesotho Highlands Water Project Phase II dispute is in the Lesotho High Court, with Esor seeking M165m over tunnel subcontract work after a contract disagreement. Cybersecurity: Hungry Lion says customer credentials were exposed for months, raising concerns for consumers and businesses across the region.
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