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Deputy President Mashatile to deliver a keynote address at the Chery International Factory Acquisition Celebration in Tshwane

Source: President of South Africa –

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Friday,  03 July 2026, deliver a keynote address at the Chery International Factory Acquisition Celebration in Tshwane, Gauteng Province.

The acquisition by Chery International represents a significant transition in ownership and a new chapter in the facility’s operational future. It also  supports economic growth, job creation, and localisation. 

The automotive sector remains one of the critical pillars of South Africa’s industrialisation programme. This investment in particular aligns with Government’s commitment to attract investment that supports inclusive economic growth. It reinforces South Africa’s position as the automotive gateway to the African continent.  

Details of the event are as follows:
Date: Friday, 03 July 2026
Time: 14:00 (Media to arrive at 13h00)
Venue: Rosslyn Production Facility, Tshwane Municipality, Gauteng Province.

For more information and accreditation, please contact, Mr Sthembiso Sithole (Presidency) on 078 356 4355 or Ms Verene Peterson (Chery International) on 083 226 3344.

Media enquiries: Mr Keith Khoza, Acting Spokesperson to the Deputy President on 066 195 8840

Issued by: The Presidency
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Zimbabwe and the Global Critical Minerals Reset: Can Africa Move Beyond Extraction?

Source: APO

Africa’s role in the global critical minerals market is drawing renewed attention as competition for strategic resources intensifies and global supply chains continue to shift.

Join VUKA Group’s Zimbabwe Mining Week, in partnership with Mining Review Africa, for a provocative webinar that will unpack Zimbabwe’s place in the evolving critical minerals landscape and what it means for Africa’s long-term industrial ambitions.

The demand for lithium, platinum group metals, chrome and other key minerals is rising greatly and underpinned by the growth of electric vehicles, battery storage systems and wider energy transition policies.

Against this backdrop, Zimbabwe has solidified its standing as one of the continent’s most active mining jurisdictions, drawing fresh investment while advancing policies aimed at beneficiation, value addition and industrial development.

The broader question is whether this momentum can translate into a deeper structural shift, one that allows African producers to move beyond exporting raw materials and capture a greater share of value through processing, refining and participation in downstream industries.

This webinar will examine Zimbabwe’s place in the global critical minerals reset, including its competitiveness relative to regional peers and the practical realities of building local beneficiation capacity.

It will also look closely at the constraints that continue to shape the sector, from infrastructure and energy supply to access to finance.

In addition, the discussion will unpack how global supply chains are being reconfigured, where control over downstream value sits, and what African producers will need to do to strengthen their position in fast-evolving markets.

Bringing together industry leaders, investors, analysts and policymakers, the session is expected to provide grounded insight into the choices that will shape the next phase of critical minerals development in Zimbabwe and across Africa.

Register now (https://streamyard.com/watch/VFnsTEUThc6d)

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.

Media Contact:
Gerard Peter
Editor-in-Chief
Mining Review Africa
VUKA Group
Email: gerard.peter@wearevuka.com
Phone: +27 (0) 81 813 7580

About Vuka Group:
VUKA Group is a leading platform for convening Africa’s green economy, investment, and climate transition communities through high-level summits, industry forums, and strategic convenings, including the Carbon Markets Africa Summit.

About Zimbabwe Mining Week:
Zimbabwe Mining Week is an annual conference and exhibition held at the Rainbow Towers Hotel & Conference Venue in Harare. The premier event connects the Ministry of Mines, mining operators, and global investors to shape the future of Zimbabwe’s mining economy.

About Mining Review Africa:
Mining Review Africa is the leading bi-monthly magazine and digital platform in the African mining industry. Every month, MRA reaches an audience of over 50 000 influential mining authorities and key decision makers through a variety of channels, including an interactive website, videos and print distribution at all major mining conferences in Africa and across the globe.

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Opening remarks by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Extraordinary SADC Summit

Source: President of South Africa –

Your Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa, President of Zimbabwe and Outgoing Chairperson of SADC,
Your Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia and Interim Incoming Chairperson of SADC,
Your Excellency President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, President of the Republic of Malawi and the Chairperson of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation,
Excellencies, Heads of State and Government,
Honourable Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation and Chairperson of the Council of Ministers,
Honourable Ministers, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Good afternoon
 
Allow me to welcome you all to this important Virtual Extraordinary Summit of the SADC Heads of State and Government. Thank you for availing yourselves at short notice.
 
We meet at a decisive moment for our region and, most urgently, for the Republic of Madagascar. 
 
We recall the Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of SADC, held virtually on 17 December 2025. 
 
Upon receiving a comprehensive report from the Chairperson of the Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation, following the Technical Fact-Finding Mission to Madagascar undertaken in October 2025, that Summit took far-reaching decisions. 
 
Today’s session will assess the extent to which those decisions have been implemented.
 
Having carefully considered the political and security developments that culminated in a change of government in Madagascar in 2025, the Summit in December last year noted the restoration of relative calm and the launch of national consultations by the Transitional Authorities. 
 
We reaffirmed a clear and collective position: SADC will remain actively engaged in Madagascar until our sister country restores constitutional order. 
 
We further committed that the reform process must be inclusive, time-bound and nationally owned. The reform process must create space for all stakeholders, including political exiles, to participate meaningfully in shaping Madagascar’s future.
 
Importantly, the Summit had urged Madagascar to submit a dialogue readiness report and a draft National Roadmap by 28 February 2026, with regular updates thereafter. 
 
These are not procedural formalities – they are essential benchmarks for accountability, transparency and trust in a process that must lead to credible elections within an agreed framework. 
 
We further approved the deployment of the SADC Panel of Elders, led by former President Dr Joyce Banda, supported by the Mediation Reference Group and the Secretariat, to accompany Madagascar’s reform process. 
 
We also directed the Secretariat to work closely with the African Union and international partners to mobilise financial, technical and logistical support in a coordinated manner, ensuring coherence and avoiding fragmentation of efforts. 
 
The message from the Summit was unequivocal: regional and international support must reinforce Malagasy-led solutions, not replace them.
 
The report of the Mission before us today will indicate whether Madagascar has seized the window of opportunity afforded by our regional organisation. 
 
It will indicate if calm continues to prevail, if the nation is fully engaged in inclusive national consultations, if institutions are becoming more representative, and if reforms are taking firm root. 
 
Ultimately, it is the responsibility of all actors – government, opposition, civil society, youth, women and traditional leaders – to act in good faith and place national interest above partisan considerations. 
 
In this journey, SADC must remain engaged, vigilant and principled.
 
We are looking forward to the report of the Extraordinary Organ Troika Summit held on the 22nd of June 2026 on the political and security situation in the Republic of Madagascar.
 
I thank you.
 

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The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Convenes High-Level HerAfCFTA Regional Conference to Advance Women’s Economic Leadership under African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

Source: APO

The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (https://FMITI.gov.ng/) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) (www.UNDP.org) convenes the HerAfCFTA Regional Conference on Monday, 29 June 2026, alongside the 2026 African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) (https://au-AfCFTA.org/) Council of Ministers Meeting, bringing together African leaders, Ministers of Trade, policymakers, women entrepreneurs, private sector leaders, financial institutions, development partners, and regional organizations to advance women’s economic leadership and unlock the full potential of Africa’s single market.

Held as Africa marks five years since the launch of AfCFTA, the Conference comes at a critical moment in the continent’s economic integration journey. With a market of more than 1.4 billion people and a combined GDP exceeding US$3 trillion, AfCFTA presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deepen intra-African trade, strengthen regional value chains, accelerate industrialization, and drive inclusive economic growth.

The next phase of implementation requires moving beyond policy commitments towards practical solutions that strengthen productive capacity, expand market access, mobilize investment, and enable African enterprises—particularly women-led businesses and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)—to compete and grow across regional markets.

Hosted by the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General, UNDP Assistant Administrator and Regional Director for Africa, Ms. Ahunna Eziakonwa, together with the Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, and in collaboration with the AfCFTA Secretariat, the Conference will serve as a high-level platform to strengthen partnerships, showcase practical solutions, and identify actions that accelerate women’s participation in intra-African trade and regional value chains.

Nigeria’s leadership in this conversation is particularly significant. As Africa’s largest economy and one of the continent’s leading centres for entrepreneurship, innovation, and enterprise, Nigeria is well positioned to demonstrate how trade, investment, and innovation can work together to drive industrialization, create jobs, and advance sustainable development across the continent.

The Conference will feature Ministers of Trade from Ghana, Namibia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, alongside senior government officials, women entrepreneurs, development finance institutions, private sector leaders, investors, and regional organizations.

Senior Nigerian government representatives expected to participate include:

  • Honourable Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Federal Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development;
  • Honourable Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs; and
  • Honourable Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, Federal Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy.

Discussions will focus on strengthening women’s participation in regional value chains, expanding access to finance and markets, enhancing export competitiveness, and fostering strategic partnerships that enable women-owned enterprises to scale across Africa.

The Conference builds on HerAfCFTA, UNDP’s flagship continental initiative launched in 2023 to advance women’s economic empowerment through trade, investment, and enterprise development. In Nigeria, the initiative supports women-led businesses by strengthening export readiness, facilitating market access, connecting entrepreneurs to finance and investment opportunities, and creating an enabling ecosystem for inclusive trade.

The HerAfCFTA Regional Conference reflects UNDP’s broader commitment to connecting markets, innovation, investment, and partnerships to accelerate Africa’s economic transformation. By bringing together governments, businesses, investors, and development partners, the Conference seeks to ensure that the opportunities created by AfCFTA translate into tangible outcomes—stronger enterprises, quality jobs, resilient value chains, and inclusive prosperity for women and communities across the continent.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

For media inquiries, please contact:
Ugochukwu Kingsley Ahuchaogu
Regional Communications and External Engagement Specialist
UNDP Africa
Email: Ugochukwu.kingsley@undp.org

Christabel Chanda-Ginsberg
Public Engagement, Outreach and Partnerships Unit
UNDP Nigeria
Email: christabel.chanda-ginsberg@undp.org  

About UNDP AFRICA:
UNDP Africa supports 46 countries in accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by eradicating poverty in all its forms and dimensions, expediting structural economic transformation for sustainable development, building resilience to shocks and promoting sound governance, peace, and security throughout the continent. Guided by the principle that Africa is not homogeneous, UNDP’s Renewed Strategic Offer in Africa is a premier ENABLER and INTEGRATOR for the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda (https://apo-opa.co/4weqVdM) and the African Union’s Agenda 2063 (https://apo-opa.co/4g9fqjj). For more information, visit:  https://www.UNDP.org/africa

In Nigeria, UNDP has been supporting the Government and people of Nigeria in addressing development challenges through strengthening and building institutions that promote inclusive, sustainable development and democratic governance. UNDP collaborates with multisectoral stakeholders to support Nigeria in meeting its Vision 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) promise. For more information, visit: https://apo-opa.co/44GnmBm

About HerAfCFTA:
HerAfCFTA is an initiative stemming from UNDP’s renewed strategic focus on Africa, leveraging inter-African trade as a key mechanism for poverty reduction, job creation, and increasing foreign exchange. Launched by the UNDP Regional Director for Africa at the inaugural AfCFTA Business Forum in 2023, HerAfCFTA underscores the importance of collective effort and calls on all development actors to invest consistently, in supercharging export readiness. For women entrepreneurs in Nigeria, this framework presents several opportunities that could potentially transform their business prospects.

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Decisive action will be taken against lawlessness, warns Natjoints

Source: Government of South Africa

Decisive action will be taken against lawlessness, warns Natjoints

Chairperson of the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structures (Natjoints), Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, says law enforcement agencies will respond to criminality swiftly, proportionately and decisively within the confines of the law.

“To those who intend to break the law tomorrow, our message is simple: do not test the resolve of the State. To those who intend to demonstrate peacefully, we assure you that your constitutional rights will be protected,” Mosikili said.

This comes as several groupings will be protesting undocumented immigration on 30 June.

Addressing the media on Monday night, Mosikili said the Natjoints, Provincial Joint Operational and Intelligence Structures, and all operational command centres were functioning on a 24-hour basis.

“Our operators are on the ground across all nine provinces. The first responders tasked with responding to public gatherings and any emerging incidents are fully deployed and on high alert. Public Order Policing units are in position,” Mosikili said.

She said specialised operational units were ready to respond at a moment’s notice.

“Our intelligence structures continue to monitor developments in real time, and operational commanders are receiving continuous updates to ensure swift and decisive decision-making.

“Every law enforcement officer understands their mandate. Every commander understands their responsibility. Every operational plan is in motion.  

“Let there be no doubt. Government is ready. We will secure every lawful and peaceful demonstration. We will protect every community. We will safeguard critical infrastructure. We will maintain public order,” she said.

Mosikili warned those who intend to break the law that “they should not test the resolve of the State”.

“To those who intend to demonstrate peacefully, we assure you that your constitutional rights will be protected. To every South African, be confident that your safety remains our highest priority,” Mosikili said.

She said contingency plans had been tested and law enforcement was ready, adding that the Air Wing would provide aerial surveillance and operational support wherever required.

“There is a clear distinction between exercising democratic rights and committing criminal offences. Anyone who crosses that line must expect the full and immediate consequences of the law,” she said.

She warned that no individual or group will be allowed to undermine the authority of the State.

“No one will be allowed to intimidate communities. No one will be allowed to shut down the economy. No one will be allowed to prevent law-abiding citizens from going to work, attending school, accessing healthcare facilities or conducting business. No one will be permitted to damage public infrastructure, loot businesses, attack law enforcement officers or incite violence.

“No dangerous weapons including firearms, knives and traditional weapons will be allowed, in terms of Section 17 of the Constitution. The State will act decisively against any person who seeks to exploit tomorrow’s demonstrations to commit acts of lawlessness,” she said.

With regard to arrests, Mosikili said from 1 March to date, the police have registered 103 cases with 195 suspects arrested.

A breakdown of cases per province:

• In KwaZulu Natal, 39 cases have been reported with 11 arrests. 
• In the Eastern Cape 12 cases were reported with 9 suspects arrested. 
• In the Free State, 29 cases were reported with 153 arrests. 
• In the Western Cape, 15 cases were reported and 14 arrests were affected. 
• In Gauteng, 4 cases were registered with 5 suspects arrested.   
• In Mpumalanga, 3 cases were registered with 3 arrests.

Mosikili said the leader of the march linked to the Abahambe protests, Simphiwe James Bonile, remains in custody following his arrest in May in the Western Cape.

More than 25 000 foreign nationals have been repatriated.

“This is an ongoing process. All buses transporting repatriated foreign nationals are travelling under strict law enforcement escort from departure to the designated ports of entry.

“Along the routes, a number of verification checkpoints have been established where law enforcement officials confirm passenger numbers, verify identities and nationalities, and ensure that all processes comply with the law,” she said.

In his weekly newsletter, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the right to protest is enshrined in the Constitution, but that does not allow people to threaten or intimidate others, or to engage in acts of vandalism or violence. – SAnews.gov.za
 

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Closing remarks by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Extraordinary SADC Summit

Source: President of South Africa –

Your Excellencies, Heads of State and Government,
Honourable Ministers, 
Ladies and Gentlemen,
 
We have reached the conclusion of an important session of our organisation. 
 
The decisions we have taken today on the political and security situation in the Republic of Madagascar reflect both the gravity of the challenges before us and the clarity of our collective commitment to peace, constitutional order and democratic governance.
 
Let me express our appreciation for the comprehensive work undertaken by the Panel of Elders, led by Her Excellency Dr Joyce Banda, supported by the Mediation Reference Group and the SADC Secretariat. 
 
We approved the Reports of the three Shuttle Diplomacy Missions as submitted to the Extraordinary Troika Summit of the Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation. 
 
We commend the Organ Troika for providing the necessary support and guidance to the work of the Shuttle Diplomacy Mission.
 
We urge the Organ Troika to convene at shorter intervals to assess the work of the Shuttle Diplomacy Mission and deploy the necessary interventions as the reform process progresses in our sister country, Madagascar. 
 
We commended the Panel and all those involved for executing the mandate of this Summit with diligence, impartiality and dedication under complex circumstances. 
 
Their work has provided us with a clear, evidence-based understanding of developments on the ground and the state of the reform process.
 
As we have reaffirmed today, any reform or refoundation process must be understood as a transitional pathway, not an open-ended arrangement. 
 
It must lead, within a defined and reasonable timeframe, to the restoration of full constitutional order and the holding of democratic elections that reflect the sovereign will of the Malagasy people. 
 
Our region cannot afford cycles of transition without resolution. Stability is not sustained by indefinite processes, but by credible institutions and legitimate, elected governance.
 
We have agreed that SADC shall remain seized with the situation in Madagascar and will continue to accompany the Malagasy people on this journey. 
 
In doing so, we reaffirm our unwavering support for a process that is inclusive, transparent, and nationally owned.
 
We reaffirm our support for a process that addresses the political, security, economic and institutional causes of instability.
 
Today’s decisions send a clear message to all stakeholders in Madagascar. 
 
First, that the success of the national consultation and reform process depends on the participation and good faith of all actors. We therefore urge all parties – government, political actors, civil society, youth, women, traditional leaders and all sectors of society – to engage constructively, exercise restraint and place national interests above narrow considerations.
 
Second, we emphasise that inclusivity and transparency are essential conditions for legitimacy. We call on the Government of Madagascar to ensure that consultations are genuinely representative and that implementation is guided by impartiality and neutrality. 
 
Third, we have strengthened the SADC engagement architecture. The expanded mandate of the Panel of Elders, under Her Excellency Dr Joyce Banda, including facilitation and reconciliation functions, will ensure sustained political accompaniment. 
 
The approval of a SADC Liaison Office in Antananarivo will further enhance our capacity to support coordination on the ground, in close collaboration with national authorities and partners. 
 
These mechanisms are designed to ensure that SADC remains present, responsive and effective.
 
Finally, we have reinforced accountability. 
 
Regular reporting through the Secretariat, including quarterly updates and immediate escalation of any deterioration or deviation from agreed milestones to the Organ Troika, will ensure that we remain fully informed and able to respond decisively where necessary. 
 
This is essential for maintaining confidence in the process and credibility in our collective decisions.
 
We reiterate our call for the release of political prisoners, an end to arbitrary arrests and the facilitation of the return of political exiles. 
 
These measures are not only humanitarian in nature; they are fundamental to building trust and creating an environment conducive to genuine national dialogue and reconciliation.
 
What we have decided today is a reaffirmation of our collective responsibility to defend constitutional governance, to prevent the recurrence of instability and to stand in solidarity with the people of Madagascar as they seek a more stable and democratic future.
 
Let us therefore remain guided by unity of purpose that underpins the existence of our organisation, consistency in principle and values upon which SADC was founded, and firmness in implementation of our decisions. 
 
The credibility of SADC depends on our ability to ensure that we all respect the decisions that we collectively take.
 
I thank you once again for your participation and attention to this critical matter. 
 
I thank you.
 

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African Guarantee Fund appoints Mr. Constant N’ZI as Group Chief Executive Officer

Source: APO

Following its 15th Annual General Meeting and Board Meeting held this week, the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) (www.AGF.Africa) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Constant N’ZI as Group Chief Executive Officer (Group CEO), effective 23 June 2026.

Download Document: https://apo-opa.co/4xWVcj7

Mr. N’ZI brings more than 15 years of leadership experience across financial services, banking, risk management, development finance and stakeholder engagement. He previously served as Deputy Group CEO and Group Chief Risk Officer of AGF, before being appointed Interim Group CEO in February 2026. Mr N’ZI has shown his ability to bridge the technical banking area with the leadership and relationship building required with all stakeholders.

His appointment follows a comprehensive and rigorous selection process undertaken by the Board of Directors to identify a leader capable of guiding the Group through its next phase of growth, strengthening financial sustainability, and deepening its impact across the African continent.

As AGF advances an ambitious capital mobilisation agenda to expand its guarantee capacity and support more SMEs, Mr. N’ZI’s appointment represents continuity, stability and renewed momentum for the institution.

The Shareholders of the Company and Board of Directors have extended their congratulations to the new Group CEO and reiterated their confidence in Mr. N’ZI to bring the Company to the next level.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Felix BIKPO, the Chairman of the Board, said:

“The Board is delighted to welcome Constant as our new Group Chief Executive Officer. His extensive leadership experience and thorough knowledge of the Company, its mandate and the vision set by the Shareholders, make him exceptionally well placed to lead the Group into its next chapter. We are confident that under his leadership, the Group will continue to strengthen its market position as the number one guarantee fund in Africa, deliver the impact across the continent whilst maintaining the long-term value for our shareholders and remain committed to the highest standards of governance and integrity.“

On accepting the appointment, Mr. Constant N’ZI stated:

“I am honoured and humbled by the confidence placed in me by the Board and the shareholders, and privileged to continue my journey with AGF as the new Group CEO. AGF has built a powerful platform for mobilising finance for African SMEs, supporting jobs, and advancing inclusive and sustainable growth. Together with our Shareholders, Board members, management team and talented employees, valued partner financial institutions and business partners among other key stakeholders, my priority will be to build on this strong foundation, strengthen our financial performance, mobilise additional capital, deepen our partnerships with financial institutions, and ensure that AGF continues to deliver meaningful impact across Africa.“

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About African Guarantee Fund:
African Guarantee Fund (AGF) is a pan-African Non-Bank Financial Institution dedicated to promoting access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises across Africa. Through its guarantee products and capacity-development support to over 250 Partner Financial Institutions, AGF has unlocked over USD 7 billion in financing for SMEs, with a focus on job creation, inclusive growth, women-led businesses, green finance and sustainable economic development across 44 African countries.

AGF is backed by the following shareholders and sponsors: the German Development Bank (KfW), Impact Fund Denmark (formerly Investment Fund for Developing Countries – IFU), the Government of Denmark through the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA), the Government of Spain through the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation (AECID), the African Development Bank (AfDB), French Development Agency (AFD), Nordic Development Fund (NDF), French Agency for Private Sector (PROPARCO), West African Development Bank (BOAD), Global Affairs Canada (GAC), TechnoServe, Norad, Mastercard Foundation, African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) and Visa Foundation.

African Guarantee Fund is rated AA- by Fitch Ratings.

For more information, please visit www.AGF.Africa 

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Fonds Africain de Garantie (AGF) nomme M. Constant N’ZI au poste de Directeur Général du Groupe

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

À l’issue de sa 15e assemblée générale annuelle et de la réunion de son conseil d’administration qui se sont tenues cette semaine, le Fonds Africain de Garantie (AGF) (www.AGF.Africa) a le plaisir d’annoncer la nomination de M. Constant N’ZI au poste de Directeur Général du Groupe (Group CEO), avec effet au 23 juin 2026.

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M. N’ZI apporte plus de 15 ans d’expérience en leadership dans les secteurs des services financiers, de la banque, de la gestion des risques, du financement du développement et de l’engagement des parties prenantes. Il a précédemment occupé les postes de Directeur Général Adjoint du Groupe et de Directeur de la Gestion des Risques du Groupe d’AGF, avant d’être nommé Directeur Général par intérim du Groupe en février 2026. M. N’ZI a démontré sa capacité à faire le pont entre l’expertise technique bancaire et les qualités de leadership et de renforcement des relations requises avec l’ensemble des parties prenantes.

Sa nomination fait suite à un processus de sélection complet et rigoureux mené par le conseil d’administration afin d’identifier un dirigeant capable de guider le Groupe à travers sa prochaine phase de croissance, de renforcer sa viabilité financière et d’approfondir son impact à travers le continent africain.

Alors que l’AGF fait progresser un programme ambitieux de mobilisation de capitaux pour étendre sa capacité de garantie et soutenir davantage de PME, la nomination de M. N’ZI représente la continuité, la stabilité et un élan renouvelé pour l’institution.

Les actionnaires de la société et le conseil d’administration ont adressé leurs félicitations au nouveau Directeur Général du Groupe et ont réitéré leur confiance en M. N’ZI pour propulser l’entreprise vers de nouveaux sommets.

Commentant cette nomination, M. Felix BIKPO, Président du Conseil d’Administration, a déclaré :

« Le Conseil d’administration est ravi d’accueillir Constant en tant que nouveau Directeur Général du Groupe. Son excellente expérience en leadership et sa connaissance approfondie de la société, de son mandat et de la vision définie par les actionnaires, le placent dans une position exceptionnelle pour diriger le Groupe dans ce nouveau chapitre. Nous sommes convaincus que sous sa direction, le Groupe continuera à renforcer sa position sur le marché en tant que premier fonds de garantie en Afrique, à générer de l’impact à travers le continent tout en préservant la valeur à long terme pour nos actionnaires, et à rester engagé envers les normes les plus élevées de gouvernance et d’intégrité. »

En prenant ses fonctions, M. Constant N’ZI a déclaré :

« Je suis honoré et touché par la confiance que le conseil d’administration et les actionnaires m’accordent, et c’est un privilège de poursuivre mon parcours au sein d’AGF en tant que nouveau Directeur Général du Groupe. L’AGF a mis en place une plateforme puissante pour mobiliser des financements en faveur des PME africaines, soutenir l’emploi et promouvoir une croissance inclusive et durable. Aux côtés de nos actionnaires, des membres du conseil d’administration, de l’équipe de direction, de nos talentueux collaborateurs, de nos précieuses institutions financières partenaires et de nos partenaires commerciaux, entre autres parties prenantes clés, ma priorité sera de capitaliser sur ces bases solides, de renforcer notre performance financière, de mobiliser des capitaux supplémentaires, d’approfondir nos partenariats avec les institutions financières et de veiller à ce que l’AGF continue de générer un impact significatif à travers l’Afrique. »

Distribué par APO Group pour African Guarantee Fund.

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À propos de l’African Guarantee Fund, AGF :
L’AGF est une institution financière non bancaire panafricaine dédiée à la promotion de l’accès au financement pour les petites et moyennes entreprises à travers l’Afrique. Grâce à ses produits de garantie et à son appui au renforcement des capacités auprès de plus de 250 institutions financières partenaires, l’AGF a débloqué plus de 7 milliards de dollars de financements en faveur des PME, en mettant l’accent sur la création d’emplois, la croissance inclusive, les entreprises dirigées par des femmes, la finance verte et le développement économique durable à travers 44 pays africains.

L’AGF est soutenu par les actionnaires et partenaires suivants : la Banque allemande de développement (KfW), l’Impact Fund Denmark (anciennement le Fonds d’investissement pour les pays en développement – IFU), le gouvernement du Danemark par le biais de l’Agence danoise pour le développement international (DANIDA), le gouvernement de l’Espagne par le biais de l’Agence espagnole pour la coopération internationale au développement (AECID), la Banque africaine de développement (BAD), l’Agence française de développement (AFD), le Fonds nordique de développement (NDF), la Société de promotion et de participation pour la coopération économique (PROPARCO), la Banque ouest-africaine de développement (BOAD), Affaires mondiales Canada (AMC), TechnoServe, la Direction norvégienne pour la coopération au développement (Norad), la Fondation Mastercard, l’Organisation africaine de la propriété intellectuelle (OAPI) et la Fondation Visa.

L’AFG est noté AA- par Fitch Ratings.

Pour plus d’informations, veuillez visiter www.AGF.Africa 

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SADC approves new measures to support Madagascar reform process

Source: Government of South Africa

SADC approves new measures to support Madagascar reform process

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has approved a series of measures aimed at strengthening its support for Madagascar’s political reform process, including expanding the mandate of its Panel of Elders and establishing a liaison office in Antananarivo.

Closing an Extraordinary Virtual SADC Summit on Monday, SADC Chairperson President Cyril Ramaphosa said the decisions reflected the regional bloc’s commitment to restoring constitutional order, democratic governance and long-term stability in Madagascar.

President Ramaphosa said the summit had approved reports from three shuttle diplomacy missions submitted to the Extraordinary Troika Summit of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation.

He commended the Panel of Elders, led by former Malawian President Joyce Banda, the Mediation Reference Group and the SADC Secretariat for providing an evidence-based assessment of developments in Madagascar.

“We have agreed that SADC shall remain seized with the situation in Madagascar and will continue to accompany the Malagasy people on this journey,” the President said.

The summit agreed that political reforms in Madagascar should serve as a transitional process leading, within a defined timeframe, to the restoration of constitutional order and democratic elections.

“Our region cannot afford cycles of transition without resolution. Stability is not sustained by indefinite processes, but by credible institutions and legitimate, elected governance,” he said.

SADC called on the Organ Troika to meet more frequently to assess progress and determine further interventions as the reform process unfolds.

Among the key decisions was the expansion of the Panel of Elders’ mandate to include facilitation and reconciliation functions, while a new SADC Liaison Office in Antananarivo will coordinate regional support on the ground with Malagasy authorities and other partners.

President Ramaphosa said the new mechanisms would ensure SADC remained “present, responsive and effective” throughout the transition.

The summit further agreed to strengthen oversight through quarterly reports to the SADC Secretariat, with any deterioration in the political situation or failure to meet agreed milestones to be escalated immediately to the Organ Troika.

The President reiterated SADC’s call for the release of political prisoners, an end to arbitrary arrests and the return of political exiles, describing the measures as essential to fostering trust and creating conditions for meaningful national dialogue.

He urged all stakeholders in Madagascar, including government, political parties, civil society, youth, women and traditional leaders, to participate in the reform process in good faith and place national interests ahead of partisan concerns. – SAnews.gov.za
 

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A African Guarantee Fund nomeia o Sr. Constant N’ZI como Presidente Executivo do Grupo

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

Na sequência da 15.ª Assembleia Geral Anual e da reunião do Conselho de Administração, realizadas esta semana, a African Guarantee Fund (AGF) (www.AGF.Africa) tem o prazer de anunciar a nomeação do Sr. Constant N’ZI para o cargo de Presidente Executivo do Grupo ( PCA do Grupo), com efeito a partir de 23 de Junho de 2026.

Descarregue o documento: https://apo-opa.co/4xWVcj7

O Sr. N’ZI conta com mais de 15 anos de experiência em cargos de liderança nas áreas dos serviços financeiros, setor bancário, gestão de risco, financiamento do desenvolvimento e envolvimento das partes interessadas. Anteriormente, desempenhou as funções de Vice-Presidente Executivo do Grupo e Diretor de Risco do Grupo da AGF, antes de ser nomeado Presidente Executivo Interino do Grupo em Fevereiro de 2026. O Sr. N’ZI demonstrou a sua capacidade de conciliar a área técnica do setor bancário com a liderança e o estabelecimento de relações necessárias com todas as partes interessadas.

A sua nomeação surge na sequência de um processo de seleção abrangente e rigoroso levado a cabo pelo Conselho de Administração, com o objetivo de identificar um líder capaz de orientar o Grupo na sua próxima fase de crescimento, reforçar a sustentabilidade financeira, e aprofundar o seu impacto em todo o continente africano.

À medida que a AGF avança com um plano ambicioso de mobilização de capital para expandir a sua capacidade de garantia e apoiar mais PMEs, a nomeação do Sr. N’ZI representa continuidade, estabilidade e um novo dinamismo para a instituição.

Os acionistas da empresa e o Conselho de Administração felicitaram o novo PCA do Grupo e reiteraram a sua confiança no Sr. N’ZI para levar a empresa a um novo patamar.

Ao comentar a nomeação, o Sr. Felix BIKPO, Presidente do Conselho de Administração, afirmou:

“O Conselho de Administração tem o prazer de dar as boas-vindas a Constant como nosso novo Presidente Executivo do Grupo. A sua vasta experiência em cargos de liderança e o seu completo conhecimento da empresa, da sua missão e da visão definida pelos acionistas fazem com que esteja excepcionalmente bem posicionado para conduzir o grupo na sua próxima etapa. Estamos confiantes de que, sob a sua liderança, o Grupo continuará a fortalecer a sua posição no mercado como o fundo de garantia número um em África, a gerar impacto em todo o continente, mantendo simultaneamente o valor a longo prazo para os nossos acionistas, e a manter o seu compromisso com os mais elevados padrões de governação e integridade. “

Ao aceitar a nomeação, o Sr. Constant N’ZI afirmou:

“Sinto-me honrado e comovido pela confiança que o Conselho de Administração e os acionistas depositaram em mim, e sinto-me privilegiado por poder continuar a minha trajetória na AGF como novo PCA do Grupo. A AGF criou uma plataforma poderosa para mobilizar financiamento para as PMEs Africanas, apoiar o emprego e promover um crescimento inclusivo e sustentável. Juntamente com os nossos acionistas, membros do Conselho de Administração, equipa de gestão e colaboradores talentosos, bem como com as nossas estimadas instituições financeiras parceiras e parceiros comerciais, entre outras partes interessadas fundamentais, a minha prioridade será aproveitar esta base sólida, fortalecer o nosso desempenho financeiro, mobilizar capital adicional, aprofundar as nossas parcerias com instituições financeiras e garantir que a AGF continue a ter um impacto significativo em toda a África.“

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para African Guarantee Fund.

Contactos para a imprensa:​
Escreva-nos pelo e-mail info.communications@agf.africa

Sobre a African Guarantee Fund:
A African Guarantee Fund (AGF) é uma Instituição Financeira Não Bancária pan-africana dedicada a promover o acesso ao financiamento para as pequenas e médias empresas em toda a África. Através dos seus produtos de garantia e do apoio ao desenvolvimento de capacidades prestado a mais de 250 instituições financeiras parceiras, a AGF mobilizou mais de 7 mil milhões de dólares em financiamento para as PMEs, com foco na criação de emprego, no crescimento inclusivo, nas empresas lideradas por mulheres, no financiamento verde e no desenvolvimento económico sustentável em 44 países africanos.

A AGF conta com o apoio dos seguintes acionistas e patrocinadores: o Banco Alemão de Desenvolvimento (KfW), o Impact Fund Denmark (anteriormente Fundo de Investimento para Países em Desenvolvimento – IFU), o Governo da Dinamarca, através da Agência Dinamarquesa de Desenvolvimento Internacional (DANIDA), o Governo de Espanha, através da Agência Espanhola de Cooperação Internacional (AECID), o Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento (AfDB), a Agência Francesa de Desenvolvimento (AFD), Fundo Nórdico de Desenvolvimento (NDF), a Agência Francesa para o Setor Privado (PROPARCO), o Banco de Desenvolvimento da África Ocidental (BOAD), o Ministério dos Negócios Globais do Canadá (GAC), a TechnoServe, a Norad, a Mastercard Foundation, a Organização Africana da Propriedade Intelectual (OAPI) e a Visa Foundation.

A African Guarantee Fund tem uma classificação AA- atribuída pela Fitch Ratings.

Para mais informações, visite www.AGF.Africa 

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