AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDigital Payments Push: Samsung South Africa adds a QR “Scan to Pay” feature to its digital wallets, aiming to make in-store checkout faster and help drive a more cashless economy. Energy Bills Relief: New smart geyser controllers promise to cut electricity costs by 15%–30%, with electric geysers still taking up a huge share of household power use. Local Business Constraints: A Stellenbosch-led Business Environment Survey finds labour legislation and skilled-worker shortages are top growth blockers for SA firms, with most respondents concentrated in the Western Cape. Public Money & NSFAS: The SIU flags R320m sitting dormant in NSFAS-linked Celbux accounts, while some universities dispute repayment obligations. Biodiversity Under Threat: A study warns online marketplaces are increasingly endangering biodiversity by enabling illegal wildlife trade. Cold Chain Focus: Industry leaders meet in Johannesburg next week to tackle temperature-controlled logistics challenges across Africa. Crime Stats Watch: SAPS reports a 5.9% drop in murders for Apr–Jun 2026, though the total remains high. Tech & Mobility: Chinese NEVs keep gaining global ground, with rising sales in Europe and Southeast Asia.
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