AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAI & Economy: The IMF says AI could lift Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy by about 4% over the next decade, but only if countries fix power, internet and digital skills gaps—otherwise the gains may be near-zero. EVs & Energy: South Africa’s EV battery value chain gets a boost with a new GEF-funded UNIDO project focused on testing, certification, recycling and skills. Solar for Transport & Grids: Rooftop solar is being pitched as a way to cut municipal electricity costs, while African EV makers explore solar-assisted vehicles to extend range where charging is limited. Digital Infrastructure: Cassava Technologies’ Africa Data Centres wins Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute Metro designation in Johannesburg, enabling secure, cyber-protected cloud connectivity. Health Tech: Healthbridge uses its digital platform to expand preventive screenings in Soweto, showing how private-practice tools can reach communities. Forensics: Western Cape’s forensic toxicology lab becomes the first in SA to get international accreditation for drug and poisoning testing. Roads: SANRAL announces an overnight N3 closure for emergency bridge repairs. Nuclear Safety: Koeberg radiation contamination incidents are contained, with officials urging calm while maintenance-related causes are explained.
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