AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAI & Jobs in South Africa: South Africa’s youth unemployment debate is heating up as experts warn AI could reshape entry-level work, while youth-focused programmes push digital reskilling and new roles. Youth Civic Power: SALGA urges young voters to register and use their voice in upcoming local elections after IEC data showed over 70% of 18–19-year-olds are not registered. Digital Banking Push: Interswitch is partnering with Temenos to expand digital banking services across Africa, starting with key markets like Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire and Kenya. Electric Mobility in Kenya: YADEA launched the KIFA electric motorcycle for boda boda operators, backed by battery swapping infrastructure with ARC Ride. Ghana Debt & Ratings: Ghana targets investment-grade status by 2029 and argues African debt is “mispriced,” calling for faster, fairer restructuring. India–South Africa Tech Ties: Both countries plan to scale cooperation in AI, digital infrastructure and advanced manufacturing, with a stronger biotech and healthcare innovation track. Tourism Market Diversification: South African tourism is being pushed to focus more on the GCC market, where travellers spend heavily per trip. Youth Sports Spotlight: A 17-year-old Porterville sprinter, Marlon Kayster, clocked 10.31s to become South Africa’s fastest under-18 and earned international tour selection.
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