AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDigital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and digital services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity and keep public services running with less reliance on foreign infrastructure. Power & Investment: ACWA signed a PPP and power purchase agreement for the 230 MW N’Diago gas-fired plant in Mauritania, set to become the country’s first large-scale gas IPP and feed the grid using domestic GTA gas. Digital Skills for Jobs: MBRGI and The Digital School unveiled a three-year digital learning push for 500,000+ people across Mauritania, Nigeria, Lesotho, Zambia, Namibia and Angola, combining school support, teacher training, and job-ready youth programs. Payments for Trade: Central banks and infrastructure providers from across Africa agreed interoperable payment systems are key to boosting cross-border trade and inclusion, with focus on shared standards and local-currency settlement. Regional Business Climate: Google Play launched an equity-free Indie Games Fund for Africa, committing $1m across 32 countries to back small studios with capital, mentorship and technical support. Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on energy projects, including oil and gas, renewables and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.
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