AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoImmigration Crackdown: Johannesburg police shut shops in a Smal Street Mall operation targeting undocumented migrants, as anti-migrant protests and election-year anger over jobs, services and crime fuel tensions. Food Price Pressure: Tiger Brands warns some food prices may rise as fuel, logistics and raw material costs squeeze manufacturers, with cost increases likely hardest in categories like mayonnaise. HIV Prevention Rollout: South Africa’s President Ramaphosa is set to launch Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable for HIV prevention, with clinics including in Eswatini among first beneficiaries. Local Governance: Eswatini Posts and Telecommunications Corporation (EPTC) has a new managing director, Thulani Fakudze, tasked to restore integrity and financial sustainability. Children’s Health: Government officially launches Eswatini’s Children’s Month, stressing universal water, sanitation and hygiene for every child. Regional Development: The UN launched its UNSDCF 2026–2030 in Eswatini, targeting jobs, climate resilience and inclusive governance with major investment plans. Court Case: A man accused of torturing victims with a hot iron appears in court over an alleged robbery in Hhohho. International Politics: China renews pressure on Taiwan ties, including claims about alleged funding to Eswatini, while also banning New Zealand MPs over Taiwan visits.
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