Counterfeit Alert (South Africa): After Bafana Bafana’s World Cup run, shoppers are being warned about fake jerseys and other counterfeit goods that can fuel organised crime and health risks. Automotive Update (South Africa): Chery says its Rosslyn bakkies won’t be built there “just yet”, with local pick-up production targeted from 2027 depending on demand. Anti-Corruption & Recovery (Nigeria): EFCC chair Olukoyede praises the Proceeds of Crime Act for speeding up asset recovery, management and disposal. Migration Backlash (South Africa): Economists warn xenophobic protests could hurt sectors that rely on foreign labour, including construction, agriculture and informal retail. Food & Drink Safety (Ghana/Nigeria): NAFDAC flags banned alcoholic energy drinks seized in Ghana, warning importers and consumers not to bring them into Nigeria. Consumer Protection (Nigeria): A court backs FCCPC’s right to probe airline ticket pricing complaints, ruling information requests aren’t price control. Payments Reform (South Africa): The Prudential Authority pushes for a fairer payments system as non-bank players enter, balancing competition with incumbent concerns. Tech Costs (Africa): Memory-chip demand tied to AI data centres is expected to lift prices of consumer electronics across the region. Green Mobility (Kenya): UNDP and TAILG sign an MOU for “Green Ride Africa” to scale low-carbon transport projects. Creator Economy (Nigeria): Nigeria’s influencer boom—250,000+ active creators—keeps expanding entertainment revenues beyond $5bn. Food Supply Modernisation (Nigeria): ABIS launches a digital marketplace to modernise abattoirs and improve Nigeria’s protein supply chain, with export-ready processing plans.