AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRoad Safety Crisis: A head-on crash on the N1 between Prince Albert and Leeu-Gamka in the Western Cape killed at least 21 people after two minibus taxis collided and an SUV crashed into the wreckage; police opened a culpable homicide investigation and warned the toll could rise. Gender-Based Violence: Kempton Park runner Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo (38) has been identified after her body was found, adding to a string of deaths in the area; police say they’re not linking the cases to a serial killer but are issuing a public warning. Xenophobia & Local Economy: A Cape Town trial has spotlighted alleged extortion “protection fees” targeting foreign-owned spaza shops run by Ethiopians and Somalis, echoing fears that vulnerable businesses are being squeezed in a growing extortion economy. Politics & Elections: The ATM has applied to intervene in the ANC vs IEC court fight over late candidate submissions, arguing the IEC’s online system worked and the ANC can’t appeal its missed deadline. Tax Administration: SARS says it’s pushing ahead with digitised tax administration to boost compliance and revenue, while addressing underfunding and modernisation needs. Weather Watch: The SA Weather Service issued warnings for disruptive rain, severe thunderstorms with lightning, and damaging winds across parts of the country for Tuesday.
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