AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAI & Skills: ALX and OpenAI hosted “Building Africa’s AI Future” at the ALX Hub in Braamfontein, arguing Africa’s AI edge will come from access, education and practical problem-solving. Supply Chain Leadership: SAPICS tees up its 60th anniversary conference (19–22 July) with a strong line-up, including a Transnet CEO keynote and sessions on public-sector procurement reform. Trade & Tax: SARS says it has finalised the framework for China’s temporary zero-tariff scheme, starting Rules of Origin certificates from 1 June to unlock new export opportunities. Health Access: MSF’s Dr Tom Ellman discusses Lenacapavir and the gap between scientific breakthroughs and equitable HIV access. Immigration & Xenophobia Fallout: ActionSA’s Herman Mashaba says immigration laws must be enforced, but insists it’s not xenophobia; meanwhile, Malawians and Nigerians report hardship and uncertainty amid deportations. Rand: The rand weakened early trade as a firmer dollar and hawkish Fed signals kept risk appetite in check. EV Push: Toyota launched its first fully electric bZ4X in South Africa, while GridCars plans truck-charging sites targeting lower kWh pricing. Public Services: Home Affairs extended hours for Smart ID collections ahead of voter registration, with 370,000 cards still waiting. Finance & Fraud: A Johannesburg pensioner alleges a phishing “airline” scam cost her R1.276m, while SARS confirmed 2026 filing season dates.
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