AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPIC Governance Shock: The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has launched an investigation into Public Investment Corporation CEO Patrick Dlamini after whistleblower allegations, with two non-executive directors resigning and Dlamini placed on precautionary suspension. Migration Costs & Crackdown: Home Affairs says it spent R552m over three years on detaining and deporting illegal foreigners, while SAPS reports nearly 9,000 undocumented foreign nationals arrested in two weeks amid warnings against vigilantism. Rand Under Pressure: The rand weakened as US-Iran tensions lifted oil prices and revived inflation worries, with Brent near a one-month high. Energy & Industry: Exxaro brought its 68MW Lephalale solar project into commercial operation, cutting grid reliance at its Grootegeluk mine, while a 75MW Northern Cape hybrid renewables-battery project entered operation. Corporate Moves: Petrofac appointed a new board after acquisitions by Mason Capital and Pearlstone; meanwhile, UK retailer Frasers withheld FY27 guidance as takeover bids for Hugo Boss and Accent cloud outcomes. Tech & Connectivity: Amazon Leo satellite broadband is set to launch in South Africa in 2027 via partner Herotel, aiming to beat Starlink’s timeline. Mining Outlook: Sibanye-Stillwater flagged expansion plans that could lift chrome volumes by 75%. Legal Twist in Killarney Heist: Charges were withdrawn against businessman Etienne van der Walt in the R14.9m Killarney gem theft case, after representations to the court.
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