Telecom Regulation: Nigeria’s NCC backed draft Mobile Virtual Network Operator business rules, but stakeholders want tougher enforcement to curb disputes between MVNOs and host networks. Corporate Assurance: MTN Ghana says it’s “here to stay” and not leaving Ghana despite xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Consumer & Retail Buzz: A young South African TikTok user went viral with a budget Pick n Pay haul, including discounted sneakers, showing how value-hunting drives FMCG engagement. Money Laundering Watch: The EU flagged eight African countries as high-risk for weak AML/CFT controls, triggering enhanced due diligence for banks. Energy & Fuel Pricing: Nigeria approved a production-linked tax credit for Shell’s Bonga Southwest Aparo project, while Dangote Petroleum started pricing fuel to marketers in US dollars—raising FX and inflation concerns. Food Inflation Pressure: Nigeria’s headline inflation eased to 15.91% in June, but food inflation rose to 17.52%, keeping household costs under strain. Industrial Growth: HBM Nigeria says it will add 4.5m tonnes of cement capacity by January 2027. South Africa Logistics: Ramaphosa urged faster port and rail performance as Toyota’s new Hilux line-off follows a R10.4bn investment. Security & Public Safety: Nigeria’s Navy handed a suspected drug trafficker to NDLEA after recovering expired Viagra and other items; Benue also saw armed herders loot shops and shoot a resident.