AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWorld Test Championship travel plans: The ICC has confirmed London’s The Oval will host the 2027 WTC Final from 9–13 June, with South Africa sitting in the qualification mix alongside Australia and New Zealand. Money & sport scrutiny: In Cape Town, the DA has escalated its fight over Sports, Arts and Culture minister Gayton McKenzie’s R31m FIFA World Cup spending, pushing the matter to the Public Protector. Rates watch for travellers: The SARB kept the key rate unchanged at 7% as inflation rose to 5%, with the rand weakening—good to know if you’re budgeting for flights and tours. Getting around in comfort: Renault has brought back the Trafic Passenger to South Africa (up to nine seats), with pricing starting at R979,999. Border speed-up: Zimbabwean returnee buses at Beitbridge now get an express lane to speed up processing. Road safety: A deadly N4 crash near Mbombela involved two minibus taxis and a truck, with seven deaths reported. Travel inspiration: If you’re chasing winter magic, South Africa’s unusual snow spots include Sutherland and Rhodes.
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