AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMozambique–AI & Finance: Bank of Mozambique Governor Rogério Zandamela urged clear rules for artificial intelligence in the financial sector, saying AI is already shaping decisions and services and must be used safely, transparently and with consumer protection. Mining Investment Climate: Mozambique’s new mining law requiring a 15% state stake and tighter controls on exporting unprocessed minerals is already worrying investors, with the Chamber of Mines warning it could deter foreign capital. Regional Xenophobia Fallout: South Africa’s anti-foreigner protests are driving mass flight and repatriations, as June 30 pressure grows and neighbours brace for returnees; Mozambique is also named among countries sending citizens home. Zimbabwe–Mozambique Diplomacy: Zimbabwe confirmed the death of Ambassador Victor Matemadanda, its envoy to Mozambique and Eswatini, with no cause disclosed, while speculation and calls for clarity swirl. Energy & Trade Links: South Africa’s push for LNG security at Richards Bay highlights the wider regional gas supply challenge as Mozambique fields near decline, while Zimbabwe’s trade deficit reportedly widened as imports rose faster than exports. Health & Human Development: Merck Foundation announced 2,600+ healthcare scholarships across Africa and Asia, aimed at building specialist capacity in underserved fields.
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