AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDiplomatic Tensions: Nigerian envoy Femi Fani-Kayode says his speech was cut from coverage of a ceremony with President Cyril Ramaphosa, while the SABC says he declined an interview and the Presidency has disputed his account. Ramaphosa’s US Visit: The president is in California to explore AI opportunities, with the trip coming after Washington’s decision to exclude South Africa from AGOA from January, raising concerns about jobs and already strained ties. Coalition Talks: After the ANC’s worst-ever local election result, it is seeking partners for hung councils, including the MK Party, ActionSA and the IFP. Herman Mashaba says ActionSA will choose partners on its own terms. Justice System: Shamila Batohi’s departure has revived debate over the NPA’s record, political prosecutions and the independence and public standing of accountability institutions.
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