AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRamaphosa in Botswana: President Cyril Ramaphosa has begun a two-day state visit to co-chair the South Africa–Botswana Bi-National Commission in Gaborone, with a Business Forum aimed at tightening private-sector ties as both countries adapt to shifting economic realities. Anti-corruption drumbeat: Parliament Speaker Alban Bagbin says Africa loses about $88.6bn a year to corruption and illicit flows, urging stronger vigilance as new risks—from digital crime to AI misuse—grow. Border rules tighten: SARS will require foreign-registered vehicles to be declared online before entering or leaving South Africa from 1 June, using its Traveller Management System. Botswana in the spotlight: VP Kembo Mohadi charmed Botswana media by switching into fluent Setswana during Festus Mogae’s burial coverage. Diamonds, but with a twist: Botswana and Angola became affiliated members of the World Federation of Diamond Bourses, pushing traceability and differentiation as lab-grown competition rises. Culture & care: Sentebale marks its 20th year with new trustees and continued support across Lesotho and Botswana.
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