AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCrime Watch: South Africa’s murder rate fell 5.9% in the first quarter of 2026/27 (April–June), but the total still sits at 5,427—another reminder that “down” can still mean “too high.” Xenophobia Response: Nigeria’s President Tinubu has urged the African Union to act urgently on recurring xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks in South Africa, warning they threaten African unity. Cape Town Safety & Sport: Airlink’s ultra-low passenger-jet flyover over DHL Stadium in Cape Town sparked global alarm after footage showed jets clearing the roof by only metres; Airlink says it was planned and within rules. Joburg Service Breakdown: Johannesburg’s driving licence testing centres are crippled by a debt and procurement failure—queues, locked doors and rationing linked to unpaid provincial licensing fees. Trade & Food Costs: South Africa raised the sugar import reference price to US$785 a tonne, while peanut butter shoppers may see selective price changes after a new 20% customs duty on imported peanut butter. Biodiversity Online: A new review warns illegal wildlife trade is thriving on mainstream social media and e-commerce platforms, putting species at risk.
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