AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSACU Summit Momentum: Southern African Customs Union leaders wrapped up the 9th Summit in Cape Town, with President Cyril Ramaphosa urging member states to strengthen regional integration as no country can prosper alone amid shifting trade, technology and supply chains. Regional Reform Mandate: SACU gave its new Executive Secretary, Dumsani Masilela, a mandate to drive reforms under the “re-imagined SACU Agenda,” including extending the strategic plan and pushing industrialisation through regional value chains. Eswatini’s Energy Governance: South Africa’s energy minister appointed Ria Govender as acting chairperson of Nersa, following the resignation of Thembani Bukula for health reasons. Eswatini-Linked Diplomatic Controversy: Eswatini honoured Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo with a diplomatic passport and citizenship after a royal meeting with King Mswati III, triggering public backlash. Cross-Border Pressure at Oshoek: As South Africa’s June 30 immigration deadline nears, travellers crossing from Eswatini report stricter questioning, shorter stays and long queues at Oshoek Border Post. Domestic Violence Reporting Gap (Manzini): Manzini police say only four men reported domestic violence and one reported rape since the start of the year, with officers urging more reporting. Fuel Price Watch: Eswatini’s energy minister hinted fuel prices may drop after easing Middle East tensions and talks with suppliers.
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