AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMozambique Economy & IMF Talks: Mozambique is heading into IMF negotiations next week with a weaker outlook than the AfDB’s recent forecast, as the IMF’s growth projection is reported at just 0.5% for 2026, underlining limited fiscal space and worsening external pressures. Mining Policy: President Daniel Chapo signed a law requiring 15% state ownership in all mining ventures and local mineral processing, tightening control as graphite demand for batteries rises. Business Climate: Mozambique’s CTA warns that delays in payment of State invoices are destabilising SMEs, hurting cash flow, jobs and access to credit, and calls for a permanent budget line to clear arrears. Cross-Border Security: Mozambique arrested two suspects in the murder of an elderly South African couple in Kruger National Park, with South Africa expected to begin extradition. Regional Humanitarian Pressure: Mozambique is also in the spotlight over xenophobic violence in South Africa, with Maputo disputing casualty figures and pushing for clarity as repatriations accelerate.
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