AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMozambique Press Freedom Under Pressure: Investigative journalist Estacio Valoi says SERNIC agents served him a court order in Pemba and seized phones and computers, with CPJ calling it intimidation tied to his reporting on timber smuggling and Cabo Delgado environmental crimes. Mining Policy Shock: Mozambique’s new mining law requiring a 15% state stake and tighter rules on exporting unprocessed minerals is already worrying investors, with the Chamber of Mines warning it could deter foreign capital unless basics like power, water and logistics improve. Regional Climate Risk: FAO and WFP launched a first-ever joint anticipatory appeal for US$202m to protect 8.8m people in 22 high-risk countries, including Mozambique, ahead of El Niño-linked droughts and floods. South Africa Xenophobia Spillover: ANC leaders visited Mozambique to distance the party from anti-migrant violence in South Africa, as multiple countries—including Mozambique’s nationals—continue repatriations amid vigilante attacks. Energy Finance Boost: AXIAN Energy secured a US$60m financing package to expand renewable projects across Africa, adding flexibility for new clean-energy infrastructure deals.
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