AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFranco-Gabonese Deals: President Brice Oligui Nguema’s state visit to France has produced three strategic agreements, including a manganese push with Eramet to process up to 700 kilotons annually by 2031, plus cooperation on security, water and energy. Arts & Culture Spotlight: A BBC Antiques Roadshow segment highlighted a Kota reliquary guardian figure from Gabon—picked up as “junk” for £1.50—now valued far higher, putting Gabonese craftsmanship in the spotlight. Music Scene: AFRIMMA 2026 nominees are out after a two-year break, with Davido leading the pack with five nominations and a new AFRIMMA music festival planned in Dallas on September 12. Creative Entrepreneurship: KASA Africa Academy launched its Creative Entrepreneurship Fellowship in Accra, training 27 creatives (including one from Gabon) on turning talent into sustainable businesses. Sports & Community: A Portland community event used soccer and Nzango to bring families together, using sport as a cultural bridge and social connector. Football Talent Watch: Gabon striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reported set to join Deportivo La Coruña from Marseille in a €1.5m move.
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