AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMauritius in Africa’s trade map: Port Louis ranked 369th in the World Bank/S&P Global Container Port Performance Index, with Djibouti (53) and Mogadishu (127) leading the East and Horn of Africa. Regional finance push: Africa’s new Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) aims to expand African capital markets and reduce reliance on costly, biased international ratings. Energy reliability challenge: A new look at Africa’s electricity “access vs reliability” gap highlights how grid connection doesn’t guarantee dependable, affordable power. Local business & investment links: Shapoorji Pallonji’s Mauritius-incorporated SP Group vehicle saw record gains in dollar bonds as investors bet on a potential Tata Sons listing to support debt repayment. Hospitality expansion with Mauritius ties: Banyan Group is acquiring a majority stake in Newmark Hotels & Reserves, adding 26 properties across seven African countries including Mauritius. Payments and inclusion angle: Sub-Saharan Africa’s mobile money drive lifted financial inclusion to 58% of adults in 2024, with Mauritius at 89% account ownership. Forex industry event: CentFX will exhibit as a Diamond Sponsor at Forex Expo Dubai 2026, pitching execution-focused trading services.
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