AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoLocal Elections Push: South Africa’s first voter registration weekend for the November local government elections is underway, with civic leaders warning that youth turnout is being held back by a major civic education gap, not apathy, as IEC figures show over 70% of 18–19-year-olds still unregistered. Migration Deadline Row: Home Affairs says the “June 30” deadline circulating online is not a government position, stressing enforcement must follow the constitution and human rights obligations. Western Cape Crime Shock: DA by-election candidate Sinovuyo Dyokwe was fatally shot in Dunoon after voter registration duties, renewing pressure on SAPS as gang violence and firearms-related killings remain a key concern. Youth & Skills Focus: Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube will join a “Frank Dialogue” on the future of education and skills development, while North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi addresses the Green Youth Indaba aimed at youth innovation and green enterprise. Housing Court Win (Gauteng): Residents of the N12 informal settlement in Ekurhuleni have been allowed to return and rebuild after a Gauteng High Court order following demolitions linked to “Operation Prosper.”
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