AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoScience Diplomacy: South Africa sends a delegation led by Blade Nzimande to the 19th Pujiang Innovation Forum in Shanghai, aiming to spotlight Africa’s science and technology agenda and deepen SA–China cooperation. BRICS & Trade: Multiple reports from the BRICS summit push for global financial reform, more local-currency trade, and an AI governance framework—while analysts warn the expanded bloc may be more “forum shopping” than shared delivery. Crime & Cross-Border Fraud: Five alleged Black Axe leaders in Cape Town have been extradited to New Jersey over romance scams and internet fraud, with prosecutors detailing money laundering and threats to victims. Governance & Corruption Watch: Ramaphosa has authorised an SIU probe into North West transport tenders linked to Suliman Carrim, including an R168m commuter transport deal. City Finance: National Treasury outlines a three-year intervention to stabilise Johannesburg’s finances, with DBSA reporting profit up 47% to R7.8bn. Higher Education Pressure: The EFF plans a march on the Higher Education ministry over NSFAS governance and Minister Buti Manamela, after a court order to reinstate board members. Local Business & Markets: Standard Bank and the Chenin Blanc Association name the 2026 Top 10 winners, while IWC Asia-Pacific entries open for judging in Adelaide.
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