AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDigital Payments: BanffPay (Liberia) has secured a Payment Service Provider license from the Central Bank of Liberia, positioning its “unified” Pay-In/Pay-Out API as a new way for fintechs, merchants, NGOs, and government agencies to collect and disburse funds through one integration. Electricity & Courts: Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) faces contempt proceedings after repeated missed payments in a US$415,327 debt case involving ELTEL Network Liberia, with Managing Director Mohammed Sheriff and other executives summoned to explain non-compliance. Maritime Security: Fresh attacks near the Strait of Hormuz reported damage and fire risk to LNG and crude tankers, raising concerns for shipping safety and regional energy logistics. Drug Trafficking: Liberia charged five suspects linked to a US$19m cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport, with the case tied to alleged falsified cargo declarations and logistics involvement. Road Safety: A deadly Suakoko Highway crash highlights Liberia’s worsening road risk along key economic corridors. Development Finance: Japan committed about ¥2.725bn for the Gabriel Tucker Bridge-to-Freeport road corridor, framed as diplomacy delivering infrastructure outcomes. Rubber Trade: Rubber farmers’ union renewed calls for amending Boakai’s indefinite export ban on unprocessed natural rubber, warning of livelihood impacts. Women, Peace & Security: Liberia validated its Third National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security, moving toward finalization and launch.
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