AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoNature-based climate action: Amazon is backing one of the world’s biggest nature-based carbon removal efforts, planning to plant 180 million spekboom shrubs on degraded land in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, with training for local SMEs and restoration work running to end-2028. Agriculture & land pressure: Zimbabwe’s tobacco growers are pushing back on stricter forestry rules, saying land crunch makes compliance harder, even as industry leaders urge afforestation, better curing, soil protection and climate-smart farming. Weather risks (SA): South Africa’s Weather Service issued warnings for damaging waves on the east coast and very cold conditions with morning frost in several provinces, urging caution for travel and coastal activities. Flood preparedness (Ghana): Accra’s recurring flooding is again in focus, with experts calling for stronger disaster planning, drainage upkeep and enforcement rather than treating floods as seasonal surprises. Energy affordability (SA): New electricity tariff hikes are deepening hardship for millions, pushing households back toward firewood and paraffin despite safety risks. Digital port upgrade (Mozambique): Maputo Port’s first Port Community System is set to streamline trade and logistics through a shared digital platform.
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