AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGovernance & Corruption Watch: South Africa’s Madlanga Commission has moved to lay criminal charges against ANC-linked businessman Suliman Carrim after he repeatedly failed to appear, while President Ramaphosa has authorised an SIU probe into North West government tenders tied to Carrim-linked firms, including a reported R168m contract involving Transnat Coach Lines and Ziggy Investments. Public Finance Oversight: In Ezulwini, SADCOPAC delegates met to push stronger scrutiny of public funds, with Eswatini’s Senate President urging PACs to ensure government money is properly accounted for. AML/CFT Focus: Eswatini says it has improved FATF compliance, but Central Bank Governor Phil Mnisi warns stakeholders must prove the system works ahead of the next Mutual Evaluation. Sports & Culture: Eswatini’s Miss Eswatini relaunch is nearing, while on the field Scottland FC advance in CAF Champions League and Eswatini’s netball team gears up for the Africa Netball Cup in Nairobi. Health & Development: South Africa’s Vula Mobile hits 3m referrals, showing how faster specialist access can reduce unnecessary transfers—relevant for the region’s rural care challenges.
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