AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDesert Locust Watch: Morocco is the main hotspot as desert locusts build up in Northwest Africa, with FAO reporting large numbers of immature winged adults and major control operations in June (87,363 hectares treated, including 33,500 by air), while Algeria, Mauritania and Sahel countries prepare for possible summer migrations. Tunisia Industry Push: Tunisia reported industrial investments of TND 754.6m by end-April 2026 (+18% y/y), with agri-food industries leading at TND 312.9m (+59.7%) and foreign-backed projects up 91% to TND 228.7m. Trade Pressure: Tunisia’s trade deficit widened to 12,569 MD in H1 2026 as exports rose 9% but imports jumped 13.3%; olive oil and refined energy lifted exports, while mining/phosphates fell 19% and textiles dropped 3.5%. Transport Sector Tension: UGTT-linked transport unions urged workers to keep services running against a planned nationwide strike, while UTICA backed the action tied to tariff commitments. Energy & Power: Algeria hit a record electricity demand peak of 21,870 MW during a heat wave, with supplies stable and exports to Tunisia continuing.
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