AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUS–South Africa Visa Clash: Washington announced targeted visa restrictions on South African officials over alleged “race-based discrimination,” uncompensated land seizures and incitement of violence, escalating a long-running feud. Pretoria hit back, saying it has a sovereign right to address historical racial injustice and urged diplomatic engagement over unilateral action. South Africa Domestic Politics: President Cyril Ramaphosa stepped back from public engagements after returning from the BRICS summit, citing ill health, while Deputy President Paul Mashatile also remains away after a minor procedure—both absences land ahead of November local elections. Public Safety & Rights: South Africa declared GBV a national disaster as police investigate the discovery of eight women’s bodies near Johannesburg, with serial-killer fears prompting new community warnings. Elections & Inclusion: Nigeria’s INEC said it has captured 137,487 persons with disabilities for 2027 elections. Digital Infrastructure: The US DFC will invest up to $155m in WIOCC to expand African digital infrastructure. Regional Diplomacy: Pan-African Parliament leaders met Azerbaijan officials and signed an MoU with NAM’s parliamentary network. Governance & Accountability: South Africa’s Vodacom said it will appeal Kenya’s court ruling affecting Safaricom shareholding.
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