AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSAPS Corruption Probe: Four senior SAPS officials were served with suspension notices linked to the R360m “Cat” Matlala Medicare24 police health tender, with internal charges already laid and the deal flagged as irregular by SAPS finance. Public Health & Safety: SAHPRA and the Pharmacy Council stepped up action against unregistered GLP-1/GIP weight-loss medicines (semaglutide/tirzepatide), seizing products after findings of illegal “compounding” and serious quality and safety gaps. Addiction & Prevention: Health experts warn flu season is underway, urging prevention for older adults, pregnant people, people living with HIV and those with chronic illness; separate coverage highlights the TB risk from tobacco and nicotine addiction. Water Quality Crisis: Johannesburg Water denied responsibility for alleged dirty water tankers during Rand Water maintenance disruptions, while residents report inconsistent deliveries and concerns for vulnerable patients. Child Health Tragedy: A 13-year-old died in Plastic View (Pretoria East) after two shack fires in a week; officials say the blaze may have started from a leaking gas cylinder. Drug Enforcement: Gauteng police seized about 10kg of crystal meth worth R3m in Diepsloot and arrested a suspect.
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