AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCross-Border Trade: South Sudan’s Juba County has told foreign traders to leave small-scale retail to locals, but a viral claim that foreigners were ordered to leave the country immediately is false. Officials say foreign investors remain welcome in wholesale, companies and factories — a distinction affecting Burundian traders. Investment: Tanzania is advancing trade and investment discussions with Burundi as it builds commercial ties across Africa, Europe and Asia. Regional Logistics: Dar es Salaam Port handled 17% more transit cargo in 2025/26, strengthening a corridor serving inland markets, including Burundi, though the gains will depend on roads, rail and border efficiency. Continental Economy: Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye urged African leaders to go beyond free-trade agreements by boosting production, manufacturing and value addition. Migration: Canada granted permanent residence to more Burundians in the first seven months of 2026, a 50% increase from the same period last year.
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