AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoInfrastructure Finance Reality Check: South Africa’s infrastructure problem isn’t just a funding gap—investors say it’s a “bankability gap” caused by weak project preparation and governance, even as the 2026 Budget points to over R1tn in public spending and PPPs return to the spotlight. AfCFTA Logistics Pressure: Malawi risks missing AfCFTA jobs and income gains because poor transport, border delays and trade barriers keep costs high and competitiveness low. Migration Tensions, Different Tone: Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana will welcome fellow Africans, waives visa fees for Africans, and rolls out e-visa scanners to ease travel—while South Africa grapples with anti-migrant protests and calls to confront Afrophobia. Workplace Safety: A global study flags high levels of workplace sexual harassment of women journalists, with many incidents unreported. Business & Jobs: Pick n Pay plans seven new store openings as its turnaround continues, but break-even may take longer. Security & Justice: A ballistics expert faces charges tied to alleged falsified reports in the Armand Swart murder case. Health Industry Move: South Africa expands Biovac’s vaccine manufacturing in Cape Town to strengthen regional health security.
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