AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWildlife Under Threat: Nigeria’s last ~400 elephants face habitat loss, illegal ivory trade and human-wildlife conflict, with conservationists warning fragmentation could push the species toward extinction. Oil Spill Risk: A Russian shadow-fleet tanker, the Cameroon-flagged Caroline Bezengi, remains beached off Oman’s Dhofar coast as oil continues to discharge, raising concerns for protected marine areas. Climate and Water Recovery: A report highlights the Sahel “greening” as rainfall and groundwater recharge rebound, with Lake Chad showing signs of recovery after decades of drought. Floods Hit Limbe: Torrential rains in Limbe killed three people and damaged the Limbe Zoological Centre’s perimeter walls; officials say animals were secured and repairs are planned. Cocoa Pressure: Cameroon’s marketed cocoa output fell 19.9% in 2025–2026, while cocoa exports also dropped sharply, pointing to wider strain across the sector. Invasive Species Displacement: Researchers warn invasive plants and pests can force communities off their land, citing impacts including water hyacinth near Douala and invasive cactus in Kenya. Conservation in Focus: Cameroon’s East Region is being pitched to investors via a new promotion platform, with forestry, agriculture and mining highlighted.
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