AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSickle Cell Care in Senegal: Teranga Pharma has started producing Drepaf, a locally made generic hydroxyurea, a major step for treating sickle cell disease with more affordable access across Africa. Mining Power for Senegal: Wärtsilä will supply five Wärtsilä 32 engines for a 14MW captive power plant at Fortuna Mining’s Diamba Sud gold project, with plans to later integrate renewables. Energy Planning Upgrade: Senegal is strengthening data-driven electricity planning to expand access, supported by IRENA and partners, with new solar PV and battery projects feeding the pre-2030 pipeline. AI and Media Economics: AI firms are being urged to share revenue with publishers as AI search and summaries reduce website traffic—an issue for African digital news sustainability too. Venture Capital for Senegal: EBRD is investing $8m in Ventures Platform Pan-African Fund II, targeting early-stage tech companies including Senegal to boost innovation and jobs. Drug Trade Shift in West Africa: Reports suggest more elderly couriers are showing up in West African drug trafficking, including cases involving Senegal.
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