AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWorld Cup Business: South Africa’s historic 1-0 win over South Korea sends Bafana into the Round of 32 for the first time, with Thapelo Maseko scoring in the 63rd minute and a knockout clash against Canada next Sunday in Los Angeles. Energy Costs: Municipal electricity tariffs are set to rise from 1 July, with major metros facing increases ranging from about 6.7% to 14%, adding pressure to already stretched households and businesses. Mining Skills & Compliance: The QCTO is pushing a 30 June 2026 deadline to retire legacy qualifications, forcing mines and training providers to rework registrations, audits and certification flows. Transport Stability: Ahead of 30 June anti-immigrant protests, Santaco and police say taxis will run as normal, with the industry asked to help prevent disruption and intimidation. Regulation Watch: Parliament’s Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill advances to clause-by-clause review, as MPs flag the need for changes around illicit trade, enforcement and business impacts. Infrastructure Risk: Johannesburg’s bridge structures face safety threats, including damage and illegal mining excavations, raising concerns for daily commuters.
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