AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSatellite Internet in SA: Amazon says it will launch its Leo satellite broadband service in South Africa in 2027 via partner Herotel, potentially beating Starlink to market amid licensing hurdles. Renewables Finance: Eskom Green has secured PFMA approvals to become a wholly owned renewables subsidiary able to raise funding and form public-private partnerships, with a market process for strategic partners. AI in Libraries: Johannesburg’s Noordgesig Library marked South African Librarians’ Day with a focus on ethical AI, information literacy and inclusive access to knowledge. Fintech Growth: ClearScore reports record results, with adjusted EBITDA up 101% and a user base now exceeding 25 million, plus a second Cape Town tech hub and new AI-led credit broking tools. Regional Health Support: Zimbabwe deployed health workers at ports of entry, screening 99,000 returnees and providing up to five days of ART while patients transition to local treatment. Tech & Crime Ops: Police arrested two people in Western Cape operations targeting extortion and drugs, including firearms seized in Langa. Sports Media Talent: HONOR partnered with SuperSport for the SuperSport MVP Talent Search, equipping contestants with HONOR X7d phones to create content. Energy & Tech Diplomacy: South Africa’s foreign engagement push is framed as delivering tangible economic and partnership benefits, not just travel.
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