AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoImmigration Crackdown & Protests: South Africa’s Ramaphosa unveiled a five-point immigration management plan, including stronger enforcement, employer inspections, immigration courts, and tighter border security, as authorities brace for June 30 anti-immigrant marches and warn of firm action against intimidation or violence. Labour & Union Response: The Motor Industry Staff Association urged workers to avoid the 30 June protest, saying it isn’t protected under the Labour Relations Act and could lead to discipline or dismissal; in Cape Town, immigrants plan to down tools, saying their safety is at stake. Workplace Disputes: Numsa says it’s ready for mediation with BAIC after a wage strike at the Gqeberha plant over alleged underpayment versus national bargaining rates. AI Talent Moves: Orange appointed Usman Javaid as chief AI officer to drive AI and agentic AI value across operations, while Anthropic hired Orange’s AI chief Steve Jarrett for Europe expansion into Africa. Pension Costs: Sanlam reports retirement savers are investing a higher share of salary as fees and administration costs fall. Jobs & Skills: A study flags a growing trend of experienced South African teachers seeking Australia, raising concerns for local STEM education capacity.
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