AGP Executive Report

Climate & Food Security: UN FAO and WFP have appealed for over $200m to protect 8.8m people across 22 high-risk African countries as El Niño returns, with drought risks in Southern Africa and mixed impacts elsewhere. Regional Security (Lake Chad): Nigerian troops arrested 12 suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP collaborators in Borno and also detained a suspected terrorist informant and logistics supplier in Kebbi, recovering phones and cash. Infrastructure for Trade & Security: Nigeria flagged rehabilitation of key Borno roads (Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala) to reopen trade corridors and improve security access. Port & Logistics Security (Central Africa): Cameroon boosted security at the Port of Douala-Bonabéri with a new Rapid Intervention Battalion base, aiming to protect the main maritime gateway serving Chad and the Central African Republic. Business & Skills: Nigeria’s manufacturing competitiveness hinges on tighter links between industry and universities to close a persistent skills gap, according to the Cable Manufacturers Association of Nigeria. Chad Border Management: Chad’s Al-Wahat anti-illegal migration agency stopped a bid to smuggle 74 migrants traveling from the Chadian border area, detaining them for legal processing. Energy Cooperation: UAE-based Global South Utilities signed an MoU with Guyana Power and Light to explore energy infrastructure projects.

Lake Chad Security: Nigerian troops arrested 12 suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP collaborators in Borno during intelligence-led raids, recovering phones and cash, while in Kebbi they also detained a suspected terrorist informant and logistics supplier with a motorcycle, phone and N69,000. Roads & Trade Security: Nigeria flagged off rehabilitation of the Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala corridors in Borno, framing roads as “live wire” infrastructure to reopen trade routes, boost agriculture access and improve security response times. Manufacturing Skills: Cable Manufacturers Association of Nigeria head Bukola Adubi says local firms can’t rely on schools alone to close the skills gap, urging closer industry-academia partnerships to improve competitiveness. Port & Logistics Protection (Cameroon): Cameroon inaugurated a new Rapid Intervention Battalion base at the Port of Douala-Bonabéri to strengthen security at the region’s key maritime gateway serving Chad and others. Humanitarian Supply Chain (Chad-linked): Action Against Hunger and the CMA CGM Foundation’s PharmaBox won Fast Company’s 2026 World Changing Ideas Award; the solar-powered, temperature-controlled medical containers have already been deployed to Chad. Border Control (Chad): Chad’s Al-Wahat anti-illegal migration agency stopped a smuggling attempt of 74 migrants traveling from the Chadian border, detaining Chadian and Sudanese nationals for legal processing. Energy Infrastructure Deal: UAE-based Global South Utilities signed an MoU with Guyana Power and Light to develop energy infrastructure projects, including power network modernization and renewables integration. Inflation Watch (CEMAC): Cameroon’s inflation stayed above the 3% CEMAC ceiling in five regional capitals in May, with transport costs and supply-chain differences cited.

Humanitarian & Climate Risk: FAO and WFP are appealing for $200m+ to protect 8.8m people across 22 African countries from the return of El Niño, with support like cash transfers, climate-resilient seeds, livestock protection and flood-control measures. Security & Border Pressure: Sudan’s fighting is spilling into Chad as RSF attacks in North Darfur reportedly killed civilians, destroyed property and pushed thousands to flee; aid delivery is also being blocked amid collapsing services. Aid Logistics Innovation: Action Against Hunger and the CMA CGM Foundation’s PharmaBox—solar-powered, temperature-controlled medical storage in shipping containers—has won Fast Company’s 2026 World Changing Ideas Award, with deployments including Chad. Infrastructure for Trade & Security: Nigeria’s federal government flagged off rehabilitation of key Borno roads (Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala) to reopen trade corridors, support agriculture and improve security access. Port & Logistics Security: Cameroon inaugurated a new Rapid Intervention Battalion base at the Port of Douala-Bonabéri to strengthen protection of the region’s main maritime gateway, including routes serving Chad. Aviation & Connectivity: Kenya Airways said a New York-bound flight returned to Nairobi after a technical fault over Chad, underscoring how safety checks can disrupt regional travel. Cross-border Migration Control: Chad’s Al-Wahat anti-illegal migration agency stopped a smuggling attempt of 74 migrants traveling from the Chadian border, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese for legal processing.

Border Security & Migration: Chad’s Al-Wahat anti-illegal migration unit stopped a smuggling attempt of 74 undocumented people traveling from the Chadian border, detaining 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese for legal processing. Humanitarian Pressure from Sudan: Reports say RSF attacks in North Darfur have killed civilians, destroyed villages, and pushed thousands to flee into Chad, while aid deliveries face major blockages and health systems strain under outbreaks like cholera. Climate Risk for Food Systems: FAO and WFP are seeking $200m+ to protect 8.8m people across 22 high-risk countries from El Niño impacts, with Chad’s region among those facing drought and flood swings that threaten farming and livestock. Transport, Trade & Security Corridors: Nigeria’s federal government flagged off Borno road rehabilitations (Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala) to reopen trade routes and improve security access—an approach that matters for cross-border logistics into the Lake Chad basin. Regional Development Finance: Cameroon secured AFD’s largest active portfolio in Central Africa, while Chad sits in the regional ranking—highlighting how turning committed funding into completed infrastructure remains the key challenge. Aviation Connectivity: Kenya Airways said a New York-bound flight returned to Nairobi after a technical fault over Chad, underscoring how reliability affects regional passenger and cargo movement.

African Textiles: A Brussels panel pushed Europe to treat African textiles as a serious sourcing opportunity, citing the EU’s widening textile trade deficit and the scale of China’s dominance in imports. Roads & Trade Security: Nigeria’s Works Minister David Umahi defended major road rehabilitation as a tool to fight insecurity and reopen trade corridors, while Borno’s Bama-Banki and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala road works were flagged off to reconnect communities and support commerce. Lake Chad Security: The US withdrew most troops from Nigeria’s Lake Chad counterterrorism mission, but said it will keep intelligence cooperation—prompting debate on whether Nigeria can sustain operations alone. Chad-UAE Economic Ties: Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed in Abu Dhabi to expand cooperation, including a UAE–Chad comprehensive economic partnership and renewable energy plans. Border Enforcement in Chad: Al-Wahat authorities stopped a smuggling attempt of 74 migrants traveling from the Chadian border, detaining Chadian and Sudanese nationals for legal processing. Water & Electrification Reality Check: World Bank-linked reporting highlighted electrification gaps (with Chad among the least electrified) and renewed focus on safe water and food security projects.

UAE–Chad Deal Talks: Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi to push a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with focus on trade, development, and renewable energy. Rural Reality Check: New World Bank-based mapping shows Chad is among the world’s most rural countries, with 75.31% of its population living in rural areas—highlighting the scale of the infrastructure and services challenge. Border Security & Smuggling: Chad’s Al-Wahat anti-illegal migration agency says it stopped an attempt to move 74 undocumented migrants from the Chadian border into the desert, detaining Chadian and Sudanese nationals for processing. Health & Life Expectancy: UN data places Chad among countries with the world’s lowest life expectancy, underscoring ongoing public health and development gaps.

US Troop Drawdown & Security Architecture: Nigeria’s Lake Chad Basin counterterror mission is winding down after the US withdrew most additional troops, but experts warn the real risk is gaps if Nigeria doesn’t deepen its own air, intelligence, and joint operations capacity. Roads for Trade in the Lake Chad Belt: Nigeria’s federal government has started rehabilitating Borno’s Bama-Banki Road and Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala Road, framing them as “live wires” for farmers, cross-border commerce, and faster security access. Border Control & Smuggling Crackdown: Chad-linked desert routes are under pressure as Al-Wahat authorities stopped an attempt to move 74 undocumented migrants, including Chadians and Sudanese, from the Chadian border into the interior. Water & Food Security Push: Nigeria and the World Bank are deepening collaboration to expand safe water and irrigated agriculture, with projects like SPIN positioned to boost jobs and food output. Chad-UAE Deal Talks: UAE and Chad leaders in Abu Dhabi discussed a UAE-Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement focused on trade, development, and renewable energy. Climate & Risk: UNICEF flags that over 1 billion children worldwide face multiple climate hazards, raising pressure on health and education systems.

Border Security: Chad’s Al-Wahat anti-illegal migration unit, with security forces, stopped a smuggling attempt of 74 undocumented people traveling in two vehicles from the Chadian border; 44 Chadians and 30 Sudanese were detained for legal processing and deportation. UAE–Chad Trade & Energy: In Abu Dhabi, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby to push a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with talks also covering development and renewable energy cooperation. Water & Agriculture Development: A China-aided water supply project in southern Chad’s Mandoul and Salamat is delivering hundreds of hand-pump wells, centralized stations, and public latrines—aimed at cutting unsafe water collection burdens. Regional Security Watch: US troop drawdown from Nigeria’s Lake Chad counterterrorism mission is raising questions about Nigeria’s ability to sustain operations, even as intelligence cooperation continues. Humanitarian Pressure in the Region: West Africa’s severe flooding is displacing over 1.5 million people and damaging roads, bridges, and farmland, with Chad among affected countries. Aid Integrity in Chad: MSF says it found “sex-for-aid” abuses by staff in eastern Chad refugee areas, sacking 18 workers and banning them from future roles.

UAE–Chad Economic Push: President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi to expand cooperation on trade, development and renewable energy, with talks advancing a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Water & Food Security Funding: Chad’s regional neighbor Nigeria is using World Bank support to speed safe water access and irrigated agriculture; the World Bank–backed SPIN push and Africa Water Forum plans highlight how water projects can unlock jobs and farm output. Lake Chad Security Shift: The US is scaling down troop presence in Nigeria’s Lake Chad Basin after an ISIS-linked operation, while keeping intelligence cooperation—raising fresh questions for regional counterterrorism capacity. Humanitarian Flood Shock: West Africa’s severe flooding is displacing over 1.5 million people and wrecking roads and farms, with Chad among affected countries—an immediate hit to livelihoods and food supply chains. Aid Integrity Risk: A report alleges MSF staff in eastern Chad abused refugees in “sex-for-aid” misconduct, prompting sackings and renewed scrutiny of humanitarian controls.

UAE–Chad Economic Push: Chad President Mahamat Idriss Déby met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi to deepen cooperation on trade, development and renewable energy, with talks continuing on a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Water & Food Security Financing: Nigeria’s federal government and the World Bank pledged deeper collaboration to expand safe water and food security, including fast-tracking the SPIN irrigation and power agenda—an approach that matters for regional agriculture and jobs. Oil & Power Market Signals: World Bank approved a new seven-year Nigeria partnership and $1.25bn package aimed at boosting private investment, electricity access and support for farmers, while electrification data shows countries like Malawi still lag badly (Chad is cited among the least electrified). Chad Infrastructure for Clean Water: A China-aided water supply project in southern Chad’s Mandoul and Salamat is delivering hundreds of hand-pump wells and centralized stations, targeting safer drinking water and sanitation. Regional Security & Trade Risks: Egypt’s border crackdown highlighted how Sudan’s gold war economy fuels cross-border smuggling, while Niger and Benin’s pipeline talks show how insecurity can reshape energy deals. Humanitarian Accountability: A report alleges MSF staff in eastern Chad abused refugees in “sex-for-aid” practices, triggering firings and renewed scrutiny of aid governance.

UAE–Chad Deal Talks: President Mahamat Idriss Déby met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi to push a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with focus on trade, development and renewable energy. Water & Sanitation for Industry: A China-aided water supply project in southern Chad’s Mandoul and Salamat is delivering 500+ hand-pump wells, 57 centralized stations and 100+ public latrines—an upgrade that can cut downtime and support local livelihoods. Regional Security & Trade Links: Egypt’s border crackdown on Sudan-linked illegal gold mining highlights how war finance and smuggling networks spill across borders—an issue that can disrupt regional logistics around the Lake Chad corridor. Lake Chad Basin Security Posture: The US has withdrawn most troops from Nigeria’s Lake Chad Basin counterterrorism mission, while keeping intelligence-sharing—likely shifting costs and responsibilities for local operators. Energy Access Gap: A World Bank-backed Mission 300 update shows electrification momentum, but Chad still sits among the lowest-access countries, keeping power reliability a key constraint for businesses. NGO Governance Watch: A new report alleges antisemitism and accountability failures inside major NGOs, adding reputational risk for aid-linked contractors operating in the region.

UAE–Chad Deal Talks: President Sheikh Mohamed met Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby in Abu Dhabi to push a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with plans spanning economy, trade, development and renewable energy. Lake Chad Security: Niger’s Operation Fansan Yamma reported air strikes that killed “scores” of terrorists and disrupted motorcycle convoys moving toward planned attacks. Humanitarian Accountability: MSF says staff in eastern Chad’s Sudan-border camps allegedly exploited refugees in a “sex-for-aid” scandal, leading to 18 sacked workers and bans. Water & Agriculture Infrastructure: A China-aided water supply project is bringing clean water to communities in southern Chad, including hundreds of hand-pump wells and new stations. Trade & Industry Push: China expanded zero-tariff access for African exports, aiming to open its market wider for developing countries. Energy Access Gap: UNICEF highlights that 1.1 billion children face multiple climate hazards, while electrification data show Chad still among the least connected.

World Bank Jobs Push: Nigeria’s government and the World Bank approved a new 2026–2032 partnership plus $1.25bn to unlock private investment, competitiveness and jobs—aimed at easing long-standing bottlenecks. Water & Food Security: Nigeria’s water ministry is deepening World Bank collaboration under the SPIN agenda to expand safe water and irrigated agriculture, with plans to showcase reforms at the Africa Water Forum in N’Djamena. UAE–Chad Trade Talks: UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed met Chad’s President Déby Itno to review cooperation and push a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, including renewable energy and trade. Chad Clean Water Delivery: A China-aided project in southern Chad’s Mandoul and Salamat is already delivering 500+ hand-pump wells, 57 centralized water stations and public latrines, cutting the daily burden of unsafe water collection. Port & Logistics Finance: Cameroon’s Kribi Port reported CFA4.02bn net profit in 2025 on stronger cargo traffic and operations, including the second container terminal. Electrification Momentum: A World Bank Mission 300 update says nearly 600m Africans still lack electricity, even as Tanzania, Ethiopia and Nigeria lead new connections. Telecom Leadership: Airtel Kenya appointed Djibril Tobe as Managing Director, succeeding Ashish Malhotra as the firm continues expanding digital and financial services.

UAE–Chad Diplomacy: Chad President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno met UAE leaders in Abu Dhabi to review cooperation on the economy, trade, development and renewable energy, including talks toward a UAE–Chad Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Water & Infrastructure in Chad: A China-aided project is bringing cleaner water to southern Chad, with hundreds of hand-pump wells, centralized supply stations and public latrines expanding access for Mandoul and Salamat communities. Humanitarian & Aid Integrity: Doctors Without Borders (MSF) says staff in eastern Chad abused refugees in “sex-for-aid” allegations, leading to sackings and renewed scrutiny of how aid agencies police themselves. Security & Farming Disruption: Reports describe hundreds returning to Kumalia after terrorists banned farming, highlighting how conflict directly reshapes livelihoods around Lake Chad. Regional Trade & Ports: Cameroon’s Kribi Port posted stronger 2025 results, while Garoua’s inland river port rehabilitation is seen as a boost for Benue River trade links with Nigeria and beyond. Business & Telecom Leadership: Airtel Kenya appointed Djibril Tobe as Managing Director, succeeding Ashish Malhotra, as the operator pushes growth in digital and mobile services. Energy Access in Africa: A World Bank “Mission 300” update shows electrification momentum in several countries, but major gaps remain across the continent.

Security & Terrorism: Nigeria reports the killing of an ISWAP commander and three lieutenants, saying leadership fractures and logistics disruption are widening inside ISWAP and Boko Haram. Lake Chad Basin Dynamics: Separate reports describe ISWAP fighters clashing internally in the Timbuktu Triangle, with commanders reportedly turning on each other over a planned operation—another sign of strain in militant networks. Humanitarian & Governance: In eastern Chad, MSF says it has sacked staff after an internal “sex-for-aid” probe, alleging exploitation of refugees in camps along the Sudan border. Water & Infrastructure: A China-aided project in southern Chad’s Mandoul and Salamat is expanding access to safer water, delivering hundreds of hand-pump wells and centralized supply stations plus public latrines. Trade & Ports: Cameroon’s Port of Kribi posted CFA4.02bn net profit in 2025 on stronger cargo traffic, while AGL Cameroon is investing CFA2.6bn to expand cocoa logistics capacity at Kribi. Business & Connectivity: Airtel Kenya appoints Djibril Tobe as Managing Director, succeeding Ashish Malhotra, as the operator pushes growth in a competitive mobile market. Energy Access: A World Bank-backed Mission 300 update shows electrification momentum across Africa, but highlights major gaps where some countries still record zero new connections.

Water & Infrastructure in Chad: A China-aided project is bringing safer water to southern Chad, delivering 500+ hand-pump wells, 57 centralized stations and 100+ public latrines in Mandoul and Salamat. Humanitarian Accountability: Doctors Without Borders says staff in eastern Chad’s Sudan-border camps allegedly exploited refugees in a “sex-for-aid” scheme, sacking 18 workers after 59 abuse claims. Security & Cross-Border Risks: Reports highlight ISIS/ISWAP activity and internal clashes in the Lake Chad region, while Sudan warns RSF support from countries including Chad could spread the war. Energy & Trade Links: Niger and Benin are moving toward a détente around the Agadem–Sèmè-Kpodji pipeline, a major CNPC-built export artery for regional oil trade. Governance & Business Environment: South Africa’s NFVF suspended its acting CEO pending review, a reminder that media and creative funding can face governance shocks. Regional Logistics: Cameroon’s Kribi Port posted CFA4.02bn net profit in 2025, and AGL is investing CFA2.6bn to expand cocoa logistics capacity.