AGP Picks
View all

AGP Executive Report

Last update: an hour ago

Mining & Construction Equipment: Bell Equipment Sales South Africa (BESSA) is bringing an expanded telehandler range to Electra Mining Africa 2026, betting on one-machine versatility for construction, mining and industrial lifting—highlighted by the JCB 540-180 with an 18m lift height and 4t capacity. Tourism Growth: South Africa’s international arrivals keep climbing, up 12.3% in H1 2026 to 5.58m visitors, with Africa arrivals rising 14.3% and June arrivals up 9.8% year-on-year. Water Security: The Vaal Dam and Integrated Vaal River System remain stable above full supply levels, with only minor seasonal declines reported by the Department of Water and Sanitation. Transport Transformation: Gauteng’s Roads and Transport MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela hosts a stakeholder session with women in transport on 30 July, focused on inclusion and empowerment across the value chain. Energy Policy: Cabinet has approved electricity pricing overhaul and market reform proposals, with revised policy papers released for comment. ICT & Cyber: Kaspersky reports millions of web-based attacks blocked across South Africa in H1 2026, with AI increasingly shaping cybercrime tactics. AI for Energy: Microsoft will lead an AI & data adoption masterclass at African Energy Week 2026, targeting cloud and analytics use across upstream, power and renewables. Cricket Infrastructure: The ICC unveiled 12 venues for the 2027 Men’s Cricket World Cup across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, with matches at major SA grounds including Wanderers, Newlands and Kingsmead. Fuel & Compliance: SARS and SAPS seized 26,000 litres of ethanol worth R9.1m in a Kempton Park raid, underscoring enforcement pressure on illicit fuel supply chains.

Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.

AGP Wire

fallback image
Jul. 28, 2026

Androco Minerals buys 29% stake in South Africa chrome project

AGP

fallback image
3 hours ago

IAOTP names Jennifer Reddy Empowered Woman of the Year

AGP

fallback image
Jul. 29, 2026

Lyzr launches Agent Engineer programme to train 1 million AI builders

AGP

fallback image
Jul. 27, 2026

Oicintra buys control of South Africa chrome project

AGP


Perspectify logo Perspectify News

Learn about labels.

Labels
Left-wing Center-left Neutral Public Broadcaster Gov't Institution Center-right Right-wing Pro-Government Gov't Propaganda Indeterminate
filter

Filter

Source Label Filters

All labels are selected. Deselect any labels you want to hide from your feed.

Labels:

Left-wing
Center-left
Neutral
Public Broadcaster
Gov't Institution
Center-right
Right-wing
Pro-Government
Gov't Propaganda
Indeterminate

fallback image
38 minutes ago

Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya: Petroleum Industries Employers’ Breakfast Session

South African Government

fallback image
38 minutes ago

Gauteng MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela,host a Stakeholder Engagement Session with women in the transport industry,30 Jul

South African Government

fallback image
Jul. 29, 2026

Minister Dean Macpherson on Infrastructure South Africa’s opening of Project Preparation Bid Window III

South African Government

fallback image
Jul. 29, 2026

Global Success, Local Intelligent Manufacturing – JAECOO 5 Set to Begin Local Production in South Africa

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

fallback image
Jul. 28, 2026

Androco Minerals Acquires 29% Interest in the Chapani Chrome Project in South Africa's World-Renowned Bushveld Complex

EIN Presswire

fallback image
38 minutes ago

Tourism on latest international tourist arrivals showing strong performance

South African Government

More press releases

Video Stories

YouTube video thumbnail: Gun Violence Continues to Escalate in Cape Town Communities
Play
Gun Violence Continues to Escalate in Cape Town Communities
YouTube video thumbnail: Alexandra Residents Haven't had Their Rubbish Collected in Weeks
Play
Alexandra Residents Haven't had Their Rubbish Collected in Weeks
Affinity Group Publishing Logo Showcase
Discover Affinity Group Publishing
YouTube video thumbnail: 620 Political Parties Registered Ahead of Local Elections
Play
620 Political Parties Registered Ahead of Local Elections
YouTube video thumbnail: President Accused of Using Troops as Pacifier
Play
President Accused of Using Troops as Pacifier

Video Title

Sign up for:

Industry Standard South Africa

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

globe

Explore More

Share this page:

Advanced Search Options

Search for:

Search scope:

Type:

Search in:

Date range:

The last

Sort by:

Sign up for:

Industry Standard South Africa

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.