AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHIV Prevention Push: President Ramaphosa is set to launch South Africa’s rollout of the long-acting HIV prevention injection Lenacapavir in Secunda, a twice-yearly jab aimed at cutting new infections. Governance Shock: The Auditor-General says the Department of Military Veterans is in accelerating collapse, with weak action-plan progress and worsening financial health, raising fears for veterans’ pensions and support. Crime & Corruption: Nine police officers are suspended over the Medicare 24 tender probe, while organised crime boss Richard Shibiri has been fired after misconduct findings. Migration Tensions: Business groups Busa and BLSA urge government to take charge amid rising anti-immigrant unrest, as analysts warn of security gaps ahead of a 30 June shutdown. Cost-of-Living Relief: Fuel levy relief is being adjusted to cushion record-high petrol prices, even as the private sector contracts in May on higher fuel costs and uncertainty. Economy & Trade: South Africa’s rand is flat as reserves fell, and freight rail reform moves toward private operators in 2027. Sports & Culture: Bafana Bafana’s World Cup opener vs Mexico is surrounded by debate over Lyle Foster, while Shakira and Burna Boy headline Mexico’s opening ceremony. Weather: Heavy snow has closed Sani Pass and disrupted roads in KwaZulu-Natal.
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