AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoElectricity: Benin says technical failures at a Nigerian supplier have cut imports and worsened outages; imports normally cover about 60% of consumption, and disruptions could last months as the government seeks backup supplies. Industrial Finance: The government says its 100 billion CFA-franc industry package will support bank lending through guarantees and interest relief, not direct grants. Jobs and Growth: Despite 8.1% growth in 2025, formal job creation remains weak, with informality and unreliable power holding back businesses and workers. Digital Innovation: Pilot Innobox technology hubs in Parakou and Porto-Novo will give young people access to equipment and space to develop local solutions. Market Modernization: Benin’s new Asa-Connect platform has registered more than 8,000 auto policies and generated over 380 million CFA francs in premiums since October. Local Manufacturing: A locally assembled, eight-seat electric shuttle is set for track testing on November 23. Creative Economy: The SIMA music-industry fair opens in Cotonou on November 12, bringing regional and international players together to explore investment and growth in African music.
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