AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoIndustrial Relations: Seifsa is targeting an unprecedented five-year wage agreement in 2027, building on the three-year settlement reached in 2024 to support reindustrialisation. Mining Investment: Industry leaders say clear, consistent rules are vital to attract capital. Meanwhile, Gold Fields is buying BHP’s suspended Australian nickel assets, with plans to assess their potential for gold or nickel processing. Energy Security: D3 Energy’s South African gas project has received Strategic Integrated Project status, while government plans to add 9,600MW of gas power and battery storage. Local Manufacturing: Ramaphosa has launched the CSIR’s FuturePharma facility in Pretoria to help develop and manufacture medicines locally and reduce import reliance. Costs and Supply Chains: October’s sharp fuel increases are expected to keep pressure on household budgets and road freight costs, with further rises possible. Water Infrastructure: A new industry report highlights leaks, faulty meters and unbilled water as major risks—and opportunities to improve supply without relying only on new infrastructure.
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