AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRussia Ties: Burkina Faso Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo is representing President Ibrahim Traoré at the Moscow summit, where Russia says it is discussing potential Sahel projects worth several billion dollars. The proposals span mining, technology and other sectors, but no deals are confirmed. Mining Investment: Investor Appian says policy uncertainty has pushed capital away from Africa; it cited Burkina Faso’s coup among reasons for exiting a past project. Fuel Supply: Ghana says Burkina Faso now sources 40% of its petroleum imports through Ghana, up from 15% in 2024, as Tema Oil Refinery operations resume. SIAO: Preparations for Ouagadougou’s International Crafts Fair are about 90% complete ahead of its October 30 opening; organizers expect up to 800,000 visitors. Gaoua: Police arrested 12 Beninese nationals accused of luring people with amulets before demanding payment for rituals. The investigation is ongoing.
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