Competition Watchdog: South Africa’s Competition Commission has referred Adcock Ingram Critical Care to the Competition Tribunal over alleged excessive pricing of renal replacement therapy products (peritoneal dialysis and CRRT) between July 2019 and June 2024, after finding the firm dominant and prices above economic costs. Health & Climate: Kenya health experts warn climate change is driving more chronic illnesses and pregnancy risks, with vulnerable groups like pregnant women and outdoor workers hit hardest. Energy Costs: Kenya has frozen a planned electricity tariff review, potentially delaying funding for Kenya Power and raising pressure on household bills. Fuel Relief (SA): FlySafair cut its dynamic fuel surcharge by 40% from late-March peak, aiming to lower domestic flight costs. Consumer Credit (SA): South Africa’s credit stress is worsening: outstanding loan balances rose to R2.7tn, with 875,000 new loans opened in Q1 and 41% of credit-active consumers in default on at least one loan. Food & Farming (SA): South Africa is intensifying foot-and-mouth disease vaccination, buying 13.5m doses since February and targeting export-market protection. Poultry Policy (SA): Poultry stakeholders welcomed a framework to allow HPAI vaccination, aiming to reduce reliance on widespread culling. Retail & Mobility (SA): New vehicle sales hit the strongest May since 2013, while motorists bought 23% less fuel in May as price pressure continues. Regional Trade & Supply Chains: CIPS Southern Africa’s Connect & Engage Conference (4–5 Aug, Johannesburg) will spotlight procurement and supply chain resilience across Africa.