AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRand Watch: The rand stayed flat in early trade after a drop in foreign reserves, with traders now eyeing South Africa’s Q1 2026 GDP data. Vehicle Safety: The National Consumer Commission recalled 6,500+ Toyota and Lexus models over a rear camera system that can freeze or fail to display. Xenophobia Fallout: Namibia urged its citizens in South Africa to avoid flashpoints and use consular support as anti-migrant protests intensify; Ramaphosa also pushed back, saying South Africans are not xenophobic. Security Warning: Crime and policing experts warned that the planned June 30 national shutdown could be hijacked by criminals, with serious risks to lives and the economy. Social Grants Crackdown: SASSA set aside R77m for investigations as it tightens action on grant fraud and eligibility checks. Consumer Rights: Cape Town’s Fugui Trading was fined R100,000 for selling blankets without required trade descriptions and unfair “no refunds/returns” terms. Business & Jobs: Transpharm expanded Shoprite’s Retail Readiness Programme to Transpharm, training unemployed youth for retail work. World Cup Build-up: FIFA’s World Cup opener is set for June 11 (Mexico vs South Africa), while Group F previews and PFA award shortlists keep football fans busy. Weather: SAWS warned of above-normal winter/early-spring rain on the eastern coast, with flooding risks where stormwater systems can’t cope.
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