AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGraphite Push: Germany’s Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR) has visited NextSource’s Molo graphite mine in Madagascar, weighing whether the island can supply natural graphite and anode materials as Europe seeks alternatives to China. Politics at Home: Madagascar’s opposition is again moving to challenge the presidency, with lawmaker Antoine Rajerison asking the top court to remove President Michael Randrianirina over alleged constitutional breaches and abuses. Africa Forward Fallout: At the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Madagascar’s transitional president backed a tougher line on mining—processing minerals locally before export—while leaders adopted a Nairobi Declaration focused on peace, innovation, and economic transformation. Regional Context: The week also highlighted how global supply-chain pressure is reshaping African resource deals, from graphite to coffee value chains, as countries push for more local control and higher value capture.
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