AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTeacher Pay Boost: Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube says a new cost-of-living adjustment for public school educators kicks in from 1 April 2026, lifting entry-level pay to R169,707 a year (up from R163,179). Anti-Migrant Tensions: Namibia urges citizens to stay vigilant as anti-illegal immigrant protests intensify; Malawi starts voluntary repatriation for nationals after reports of attacks, following earlier Ghanaian departures. Media Safety: SANEF warns of harassment of journalists covering anti-immigration demonstrations, with complaints mainly from KZN and Gauteng, and says it will engage possible perpetrators. World Cup Focus: Bafana Bafana’s Mexico opener on 11 June is set after a viral hotel gesture where players signed a fan’s sticker album; meanwhile, fans are warned about cyber scams and fake ticket sites ahead of the tournament. Business & Culture: CANAL+ becomes the first French company to list on the JSE, saying it’s confident it can turn around MultiChoice; and Artisans of Mzansi applications are open until 30 June for prizes up to R200,000. Economy & Jobs: Wesizwe Platinum begins talks to cut about 497 jobs at Bakubung as it restructures operations.
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