AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNuclear vs nature: Eskom has revived its Thyspunt nuclear plan, arguing baseload power is vital, but activists warn the coastal sites could threaten sensitive marine and surf areas. Severe weather: The Weather Service downgraded Eastern Cape and Western Cape alerts to Orange Level 8, but heavy downpours still raise flood risks; Eden and Karoo schools were closed and disaster teams put on standby. EV charging push: A new off-grid solar EV fast-charging station on the N3 (Leeukop Padstal) is rolling out cleaner road travel with battery storage and no grid connection. Farm support for resilience: Bayer and Khula launched a R7.5m Farmer Accelerator to help emerging farmers access tools, finance, skills and markets. Flood impacts on the ground: A Little Karoo farmer describes repeated floods that forced her to shelter in a graveyard as water surged toward her historic home. Water and power affordability: Municipal tariffs are increasingly driving inflation, while Eskom debt and municipal funding constraints keep pressure on services. Wildlife conservation: South Africa’s bearded vulture protection efforts in KZN mark 20 years, highlighting ongoing action against threats to endangered birds.
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