AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGBV in the spotlight: Suspended top cop Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya appeared in Randburg court facing rape and child sexual grooming charges, with allegations he took victims to a Sandton strip club and a hotel; the case is set to continue on 29 September as South Africa reels from the recent discovery of multiple women’s bodies in Ekurhuleni. Justice & accountability: Freedom Under Law welcomed retired SCA judge Trevor Gorven to its board, reinforcing its push for rule-of-law and accountable institutions. Social protection pressure: A Gauteng pensioner says her Older Persons’ Grant isn’t enough to cover rent and food while she lives with a life-threatening heart condition, and SASSA beneficiaries also report unauthorised deductions and slow service. Heritage & culture: Metro FM host Faith Mangope tied the knot in a traditional ceremony, while Heritage Day fashion tips spotlight traditional looks and beadwork. Environment: South Africa launched ReLISA, a €15m programme targeting restoration of grasslands, savannas and thickets across 100,000 hectares by 2030. Education & inclusion: UK changes block Nigeria and Ghana-trained teachers from applying for England’s Qualified Teacher Status, citing reference-verification issues.
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