AGP Executive Report
Last update: 24 minutes agoSouth Africa’s anti-migrant violence: Foreign nationals in the Western Cape and beyond are fleeing after weekend attacks and deaths, while Mozambique says it will repatriate nearly 1,000 citizens from South Africa. Ghana–UK investment push: President Mahama told the Africa Debate in London that Ghana is “open for business,” highlighting reforms and urging a shift from aid to long-term partnerships. South Africa economy under pressure: Treasury says fiscal targets remain on track despite the Iran war; meanwhile motorists bought 23% less fuel in May as price pressure bites. Health and finance safety nets: Momentum Life reports rising critical illness claims and a major protection gap, while Old Mutual warns of “silent spending habits” draining savings. Transport and industry momentum: Traxtion secured an $86m equity raise to expand rail; Spiro raised $215m to scale EV battery-swapping across Africa. EU–Tanzania rights row: European Parliament lawmakers clash with the Commission over €156m aid amid concerns over repression and human rights violations. Tech and security: NETSCOUT warns DDoS attacks are escalating against South Africa’s digital infrastructure.
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