Energy & Consumer Impact: Nigeria’s NGX slipped 0.16% to 250,808.27 as profit-taking hit banking and consumer goods, while fuel pricing remains under scrutiny amid claims of pressure from Dangote’s growing influence and depot discounting. East Africa Energy Build: Kenya moved ahead with the Sh2.2trn Dangote East Africa refinery in Lamu, with leaders citing 700,000 bpd capacity, 40-month delivery and major jobs and logistics spillovers for ports and shipping. Fuel Security & Regional Links: Ethiopia’s Damerjog–Dewele pipeline project (Djibouti to Ethiopia) was launched to boost refined fuel storage and transport, aiming to cut reliance on road imports. Mobile Money Price War: Airtel Money signalled sharper competition against M-Pesa in Kenya, pointing to lower fees and incentives as it targets further market share gains. Telecom Affordability: South Africa’s Cell C says weak consumer finances are reshaping telecom competition toward affordability and digital self-service. Health Costs: South Africa’s medical aid hikes for 2027 are set to run well above the regulator’s 3.8% benchmark, raising household pressure. Food Safety & Counterfeits: Nigeria faces renewed warnings on food adulteration and fake products, with regulators urged to tighten enforcement. Fintech & Compliance: Kenya’s CBK raised compliance fees for non-deposit-taking credit firms, including a Sh1m late-payment fine. Tourism & Hospitality: Alisa Hotels doubles down on Ghana–Nigeria travel ties at Akwaaba, while South Africa’s Cape Point Flying Dutchman funicular reopens after upgrades. Digital Rights: Nigerian civil society renewed calls for an independent probe into unexplained TikTok disruption in the north.