AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEconomy Outlook: South Africa’s growth prospects stay weak, with economists forecasting about 1.2% GDP growth in 2026—too low to meaningfully cut unemployment. Energy & Courts: Activists are back in court in the #CancelCoal battle, as the state seeks to overturn a landmark ruling that new coal power plans failed to properly consider children’s constitutional rights. Migration & Xenophobia: Nigeria’s government says 83 Nigerians have returned from South Africa, while South African President Ramaphosa has issued an apology to Mozambique over violence against foreign nationals during anti-migrant protests. Immigration Case: Beauty queen Chidimma Adetshina’s deportation fight is postponed, as protesters outside court demand she be sent back. Sports—Rugby: The All Blacks begin the “Greatest Rivalry” series at Ellis Park with a new-look squad, but South Africa are heavy favourites. Sports—Netball: Georgia Heffernan signs with Sunshine Coast Lightning for two seasons. Business & Tech: Chery’s purchase of Nissan’s Rosslyn plant signals deeper EV manufacturing push into Africa. Local Jobs: Tulbagh’s fruit canning factory is set to close, threatening thousands of jobs and a whole community’s rhythm.
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