AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFuel & Transport Relief: Rwanda moved to cushion households and businesses from rising energy costs, with the government strengthening the public transport support programme “Nkunganire” and setting new maximum retail pump prices for petroleum products effective 6 June 2026, citing global market shocks while aiming to stabilise public transport fares. Ebola Preparedness: Rwanda says it is ready to respond to any potential Ebola outbreak, with activated response teams and capacity built across communication, surveillance, diagnostics, contact tracing and case management, while monitoring spillovers from the DRC and Uganda. Regional Trade & Logistics: Kenya Ports Authority is pushing ahead with a major Port of Mombasa expansion, including construction of Berth 19B to add 240 metres of quay and handle larger container vessels—an upgrade aimed at keeping pace with growing cargo volumes. Energy Transition & Environment: A new study warns that Africa’s heavy reliance on charcoal and firewood is driving forest loss and health risks, including in Rwanda where urban demand shifts pressure onto surrounding rural landscapes. Human Capital Focus: A call for governments to treat human capital development as an economic investment ahead of budget planning, arguing skilled workers are the foundation for policy execution and competitiveness.
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