AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCape Town Power Politics: The PA and DA are trading barbs over electricity tariffs, with PA hopeful Cheslyn Daniels accusing the City of “blaming Eskom” while DA councillor Angus McKenzie says Eskom drives about 70% of the City’s tariff costs and the City capped residential increases at 6.64%. Jobs and Pay: Stats SA data shows formal non-agricultural employment fell by 14,000 in Q2 and full-time work dropped, while real earnings edged down despite nominal pay rising. Violence Shock: Three mass shootings in KZN, Gauteng and the Western Cape have killed at least 40 people, with experts pointing to organised crime, territorial disputes, firearm availability and weak intelligence. GBVF Address: Ramaphosa is set to address the nation on gender-based violence after residents in Ekurhuleni complain of “empty promises” amid rising women’s killings. Research Funding Strain: US research cuts have cost South Africa about R2.5bn, putting posts and degrees at risk. Weather Watch: SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms in parts of Gauteng, North West and Limpopo. Cricket Infrastructure: Cricket South Africa is rolling out exchangeable pitches as it schedules more men’s and women’s matches this season, including a big ODI push vs Australia.
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