AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSADC Leather Push: Namibia is advancing a regional leather industry plan as SADC rolls out aligned National Leather Strategic Work Plans ahead of the SADC Regional Leather Forum in Durban, aiming for a more competitive, inclusive and sustainable value chain. Public Health & Blood Safety: Botswana’s blood transfusion services face serious gaps, with WHO warning of fragmented coordination, ageing equipment, weak information systems and recurring shortages that could threaten safe blood supply. Energy Costs: Botswana households and businesses brace for higher electricity bills after BERA approved a 9% tariff increase for 2026/27, effective 1 August, adding strain to already tight budgets. Water Security (Regional): South Africa launched the National Water Access Acceleration Programme, expanding decentralised treatment systems and scaling up safe water delivery. Wildlife Conservation: Satellite-tagging of small shorebirds is revealing migratory stopover sites across Africa, helping target protection for species heading to the Arctic. Infrastructure for Trade: Botswana and Namibia are progressing on the Trans Kalahari Railway, designed to improve connectivity and reduce pressure on Walvis Bay logistics. Governance & Jobs: Botswana’s government has frozen new public service posts, opting to redeploy staff instead—an approach criticised amid concerns about graduate unemployment.
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