AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAgriculture: AgriSA wants fairer, more transparent crop pricing as farmers face rising costs, narrow margins and El Niño risk. Economic reform: Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago says South Africa must implement reforms in logistics, electricity and water to lift growth and create jobs. Electricity: An industry analyst warns the upbeat 10-year supply outlook depends on Eskom’s recovery, grid upgrades and new gas power from 2032 — despite a failed gas procurement round. Trade: South Africa’s AGOA access faces a US review, putting preferential terms for exports such as processed fruit, nuts and wine at risk. Manufacturing: October’s PMI rose to 49.6 but stayed below the 50-point mark for a fifth month, with input costs climbing and business confidence weakening. Pharmaceuticals: Aspen will sell European rights to women’s health product Ovestin for €197 million, while continuing to manufacture and supply it under a 10-year agreement.
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