AGP Executive Report

Aviation & Connectivity: Cabo Verde is in talks with Swiss startup Moov Airways on a strategic partnership for state-owned Cabo Verde Airlines, after a “positive” first meeting; Moov also plans to acquire 30 eVTOL aircraft with Eve Air Mobility to boost regional mobility and tourism across islands including Praia, São Vicente, Sal and Boa Vista. Tropical Outlook for the Region: The National Hurricane Center says a new Atlantic tropical wave near the Windward Islands is unlikely to develop, with development chances dropping to around 0–20% depending on the update, but it can still bring gusty winds and heavy rain to parts of the Lesser Antilles. Atlantic Monitoring (Cabo Verde link): Another wave farther west of Cabo Verde (AL94/Invest 94L) remains under watch for possible gradual development, with a higher chance of forming a tropical depression later this week or early next week. Heat & Weather Pressure: Across the wider region, dangerous heat advisories and extreme “feels-like” temperatures are dominating forecasts, with only limited, scattered rain expected.

Maritime Security & Energy Prices: A UAE-linked ADNOC oil vessel was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, with the UAE blaming Iran; no injuries were reported, but repeated incidents raise fears of higher freight costs, insurance premiums, and fuel prices for import-dependent African economies. Atlantic Tropics Watch (Cabo Verde link): The NHC says Invest 92L near the Windward Islands is now unlikely to develop (about 10% over the next week) but could still bring gusty winds and heavy rain to parts of the Lesser Antilles; meanwhile Invest 94L west of Cabo Verde has a low-to-moderate chance (around 10% next week in the latest Florida-focused updates, with other reports earlier putting it higher) and remains the main system to monitor as it moves west. Cabo Verde Aviation & Tourism: Cabo Verde’s government is continuing talks with Swiss startup Moov Airways on a strategic partnership tied to state airline Cabo Verde Airlines and an “Atlantic Gateway” plan, including eVTOL ambitions for routes serving Praia and other islands. Heat & Public Safety (regional context): Across parts of the region, heat advisories and extreme “feels-like” temperatures are driving warnings to hydrate and limit outdoor strain.

Cabo Verde Aviation & Tourism: The Cabo Verde government says talks with Swiss startup Moov Airways are continuing after a “positive” first meeting, with officials planning a Switzerland visit to push negotiations over a potential strategic partnership involving state-owned Cabo Verde Airlines; Moov’s plan is tied to its “Atlantic Gateway” network and includes eVTOL aircraft ambitions aimed at routes linking islands such as São Vicente, Santo Antão, Sal, Praia and Boa Vista. Atlantic Tropics Watch: The National Hurricane Center is monitoring two Atlantic systems: AL92 near the Windward Islands is losing organization and development is now unlikely (about 20% over 48 hours and 7 days), though gusty winds and heavy rain could still hit parts of the Lesser Antilles; AL94 west of Cabo Verde has better odds (around 30% in 48 hours and 50% in 7 days) and could become a tropical depression later this week or early next week, so Cabo Verde and the region should stay alert as conditions can change fast.

Tropical Watch (Atlantic): The National Hurricane Center is tracking two Atlantic systems, AL92 near the Windward Islands and AL94 farther west of Cabo Verde. For AL92, development chances have dropped sharply as it moves into stronger winds aloft and drier air, with low odds (about 10–20%)—but it can still bring gusty winds and heavy rain to parts of the Lesser Antilles. AL94 remains more promising, with medium odds (up to ~50% in a week) for gradual development, and forecasters say a tropical depression could form this weekend or early next week. Heat & Safety: Across the region, extreme heat is the main risk, with heat advisories and “feels-like” temperatures climbing above 105–110°F, plus only limited rain expected in the short term. Cabo Verde Aviation & Tourism: Cabo Verde is in talks with Swiss startup Moov Airways on a strategic partnership tied to stabilising Cabo Verde Airlines and expanding an “Atlantic Gateway” network, while also linking to eVTOL plans for routes including Praia and other islands.

Aviation & Tourism Partnership: Cabo Verde is in talks with Swiss startup Moov Airways after a “positive initial meeting,” with plans to visit Switzerland to negotiate a strategic partnership tied to state-owned Cabo Verde Airlines and its “Atlantic Gateway” network; Moov also signed an LOI to acquire 30 eVTOL aircraft with Eve Air Mobility, targeting routes including São Vicente, Santo Antão, Sal (Amílcar Cabral), Praia, and Boa Vista. Atlantic Tropics Watch: The National Hurricane Center says one Atlantic disturbance near the Lesser Antilles (AL92/Invest 92L) is losing organization and development chances are low (about 20–30%), though gusty winds and heavy rain could still hit the islands; meanwhile another system west of Cabo Verde (AL94/Invest 94L) still has a better shot, with a tropical depression possible over the weekend or early next week (around 50% over 7 days). Adventure Tourism Push: A World Bank-financed partnership helped Cabo Verde host AdventureWEEK (Feb 3–12, 2026), bringing international operators and media and projecting over US$7.1m in visitor spending across Africa from 2026–2028.

Atlantic Tropics Watch: The National Hurricane Center says Invest 92L is losing organization and its development odds have dropped to 20–30%, though gusty winds and heavy rain could still hit the Lesser Antilles Friday night into Saturday. Cabo Verde in Focus: A second system, Invest 94L, is churning west of Cabo Verde with a 30% chance of forming in 48 hours and 50% over a week; a tropical depression could form this weekend or early next week. Cristobal Update: Tropical Storm Cristobal has weakened into a depression and is expected to dissipate over the open Atlantic, with no land threat. Heat Pressure: Across the region, dangerous late-summer heat is dominating forecasts, with heat advisories and heat-index values around 105–110 degrees in parts of the US, plus only limited rain relief. Tourism Spotlight (Cabo Verde): Cabo Verde’s adventure tourism push got a boost through a World Bank-financed partnership, including AdventureWEEK Cabo Verde, aimed at building sustainable hiking and community-based experiences.

Atlantic Tropics: Tropical Storm Cristobal has weakened into a depression and is expected to dissipate over the next day, with no threat to land. Cape Verde Watch: Forecasters are now focused on two systems tied to the Cabo Verde area—Invest 92L (about 950 miles west-southwest of Cabo Verde) with an 80% chance to become a tropical depression within 48 hours, and Invest 94L (south of Cabo Verde) with lower but rising odds for late-week/weekend development. Local Preparedness: Even without watches or warnings for islands like St. Kitts and Nevis, emergency agencies are urging residents to review plans because gusty winds and heavy rain could still arrive if either system organizes. Heat Pressure: Across the region, dangerous late-summer heat is building again, with heat advisories and warnings and little rain to cool things down. Cabo Verde-World Links: Cabo Verde and China signed an MoU to deepen cooperation in energy, water, agriculture and development corridors, including work around São Vicente’s waterfront.

Atlantic Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Cristobal has weakened into a depression and is expected to dissipate later today, with no land impacts expected as it moves northeast over open waters. Cabo Verde Links: Forecasters are now focused on two Atlantic systems tied to the region—Invest 92L, about 1,000 miles east of the Lesser Antilles, is expected to become a tropical depression in the next day or two (80% chance), while Invest 94L, a few hundred miles south of the Cabo Verde Islands, could develop later this week or over the weekend (30% in 48 hours, 50% in 7 days). Next Names: If 92L strengthens, it could be named Dolly; the next name after that is Edouard. Diplomacy & Development: Cabo Verde and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) signed an MoU in Praia to cooperate on energy, water, agriculture, and northern-island development corridors, including desalination and renewable power.

Cabo Verde–China Cooperation: Cabo Verde and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) signed an MoU in Praia to boost collaboration in energy, water, agriculture and integrated development, including thermal power upgrades, renewables and storage, seawater desalination, wastewater reuse, smart water management, and projects along the São Vicente waterfront plus a northern-islands development corridor. Tropical Weather Watch for the Region: The Atlantic has turned active again: Tropical Storm Cristobal formed in the central Atlantic and is expected to be short-lived with no land threat, while Invest 92L near the Cabo Verde area carries an 80% chance to become at least a tropical depression and could be named Dolly as it moves toward the Lesser Antilles over the weekend. Heat and Storm Risk (Local Relevance): Across the wider region, forecasters are also flagging dangerous heat patterns with heat advisories and only limited, mostly afternoon storm relief—so residents are urged to stay hydrated and monitor updates.

Tropical Watch for Cabo Verde: The Atlantic is “waking up” again. The National Hurricane Center is tracking three disturbances, with Invest 92L (about 800 miles southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands) now at 80% odds to develop into a tropical depression within 48 hours and 80% over 7 days. It’s expected to move west to west-northwest, but weakening is likely by the weekend as conditions turn hostile near the Lesser Antilles. Invest 93L (near 1,000 miles east-northeast of Bermuda) could briefly become a short-lived tropical storm, but chances drop as it reaches cooler waters by Thursday. A third wave off West Africa has lower odds. Heat & Storms: Across the region, hot weather advisories are returning, with heat indices around 105–110°F and only spotty storm chances later in the week. Gender & Co-ops: Senegal launched its National Cooperative Gender Platform at FORA’ESS Dakar 2026, with Cabo Verde listed among countries involved in the initiative’s rollout.

Tropical Watch for Cabo Verde: The Atlantic is waking up. The National Hurricane Center says a low pressure system about 500 miles southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands has a 70% chance of becoming a tropical depression later this week, with the next named storm potentially Cristobal. Forecasters expect improving conditions over the next couple of days, but also warn development could be limited by wind shear as it heads toward the Caribbean. Other systems under watch: Two additional disturbances are being tracked with much lower odds—one near Africa with about 20% development potential and another farther north/east that is unlikely to form. Debt pressure in West Africa: The AfDB reports that in countries like Nigeria and Ghana, external debt interest payments can rival or exceed spending on healthcare, squeezing room for development priorities.

Tropical Watch: The National Hurricane Center says a tropical depression is likely to form in the central Atlantic in the latter half of this week, with the main system currently about 500 miles southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands and a 70% chance of development over the next seven days (name would be Cristobal if it strengthens). Regional Monitoring: Two other Atlantic disturbances are also under watch, but their development chances are much lower, and forecasters say the most active track is expected to stay away from the U.S. Heat Pressure: Across the U.S., multiple places are issuing heat advisories and warning of dangerous heat indices, while storm chances fade later in the week. Debt Spotlight: The AfDB warns that in West Africa, external debt-interest payments are crowding out public health spending, calling out Nigeria and Ghana. Sports & Pride: Cape Verde’s World Cup hero Vozinha was unveiled by Colo-Colo, and the country’s run continues to be celebrated in coverage.

Tropical Watch for Cabo Verde: The Atlantic is getting busier as the National Hurricane Center tracks three disturbances, with the main one south of the Cabo Verde Islands given a 60% chance of developing into at least a depression later this week (20% in 48 hours). Forecasters say it may merge with a wave off West Africa and could form during the latter half of the week, while other systems have lower odds and are expected to stay away from land. Heat and Storm Shift in Praia: Locally, the week’s weather story is rising heat with fewer afternoon storms as a ridge builds; isolated showers may linger early, but rain chances fade toward Thursday and Friday, raising the risk of heat alerts. Football Spotlight: Cabo Verde’s World Cup run and goalkeeper Vozinha keep turning up in global headlines, including a new science tribute linking his name to a rare marine discovery.

Tropical Atlantic Watch: NOAA and the National Hurricane Center say a tropical depression could form in the Atlantic in the latter half of this week, with an area of low pressure a few hundred miles south of the Cabo Verde Islands producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms; forecasters expect it to slowly move west and possibly merge with a wave from West Africa, with a 20% chance of development in 48 hours and 60% over seven days. More Systems Monitored: Alongside that Cabo Verde-linked system, the NHC is tracking two other disturbances—one in the central tropical Atlantic with low chances (10–20%) and another in the western subtropical Atlantic near Bermuda with about 10%—and stresses that conditions later in the week may become less favorable for some of them. Heat and Storms Elsewhere: Across parts of the US, the week ahead is dominated by hot, humid weather and scattered storms, while the tropics remain something to watch rather than a near-term threat.

Atlantic Tropics Watch: The National Hurricane Center is tracking three disturbances tied to tropical waves near the Cabo Verde Islands, with one system’s 7-day development chance raised to 50% and another at 20%; forecasters say development is unlikely in the next 48 hours and conditions may turn harsher later in the week as systems approach the Lesser Antilles. Weather for the Region: Hot, humid conditions continue with scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms, with storms capable of brief heavy rain and minor street flooding but no widespread severe weather expected. Cape Verde Football Spotlight: Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is linked to a new marine species naming story after researchers proposed a tribute name connected to his World Cup moment, while he also continues his rise after joining Colo-Colo. Women’s WAFCON Preview: Defending champions Nigeria face Cameroon in the quarter-finals, a match that decides a semi-finalist and a 2027 World Cup spot.

Tropical Watch (Cabo Verde links): The U.S. National Hurricane Center is tracking two Atlantic disturbances tied to the Cabo Verde area. One wave southwest of Cabo Verde has about a 20% chance of developing over the next week, with conditions expected to turn less favorable later as it nears the Lesser Antilles. A second wave expected to move off Africa on Tuesday has a 40% chance over the next seven days, but also faces wind-shear risks. Local Weather (Afternoon storms): Reports from the U.S. show hit-and-miss afternoon thunderstorms and a drier, more stable pattern later in the week, with Saharan dust moving in and lowering rain chances. WAFCON (Nigeria vs Cameroon): Nigeria’s Super Falcons face Cameroon in the WAFCON quarter-finals, with the winner set for a semi-final spot and a 2027 World Cup qualifier. Football (Cabo Verde hero): Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha was unveiled by Chile’s Colo-Colo, after his World Cup breakout.