AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPension Enforcement: FSCA is teaming up with the NPA, Hawks and National Treasury to crack down on employers that don’t pay pension contributions, after arrears hit about R8.33bn affecting roughly 590,000 members. Manufacturing Push: Government and industry meet at the 2026 Manufacturing Indaba in Johannesburg to revive local production, tackle bottlenecks and position Africa as a manufacturing hub. Mining Jobs at Risk: De Beers plans to pause production at its Venetia diamond mine for two years, with the Bench Marks Foundation warning of major knock-on effects for workers and communities. Migration Crime Crackdown: Police in Limpopo arrested seven suspects accused of exploiting anti-immigrant sentiment by posing as officials to intimidate and rob foreign nationals. Clean Air Debate for Joburg: A new report urges Johannesburg to consider clean air zones and tighter vehicle standards, pointing to heavy pollution from older cars and taxis. Legal Reform: Justice Minister Kubayi says a Cabinet-approved bill is ready to repeal outdated pre-1994 justice laws in phases. Business & Consumer: Mitsubishi launched the Triton 2.4 Bi-Turbo in SA, while a separate piece highlights how food spoilage and poor cold-chain practices quietly drive up costs.
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