AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoLocal Governance: Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe has given underperforming councils 14 days to submit turnaround plans, warning that illegal land allocation deals (“Sabhuku deals”) and land barons are undermining urban planning and service delivery. Constitutional Politics: Zimbabwe’s Constitution Amendment Bill (No. 3/CAB3) cleared the National Assembly with 216 votes in favour, setting up a Senate vote and further legal and political backlash over term extension and election changes. Public Safety: New legislation is being drafted to curb overloading of schoolchildren after the Gweru kombi fire that killed seven pupils, with authorities pointing to gaps in learner transport regulation. Economy & Finance: The Deposit Protection Corporation has boosted deposit insurance—banks to US$3,000 and microfinance to US$2,000 from July 1—while platinum producers warn government delays in paying unpaid export proceeds have hit cash flows. Property Rights: The Chief Registrar of Deeds has warned that unvalidated paper title deeds face “deletion” from the formal system within 12 months, pushing owners toward validation. Business & Compliance: Police warn beer sales on credit are illegal, and Bulawayo City Council says unlicensed businesses are driving revenue loss and health risks. Sports: Zimbabwe’s Davis Cup team finished top of Pool B with an unbeaten run and now faces Ghana in promotion playoffs.
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