Mobile Savings in Zimbabwe: A new report shows why cars in Zimbabwe are becoming “savings accounts with wheels,” as import routes get pricier and vehicles stay liquid. SME Finance & Growth in Zimbabwe: Bard Santner hosted a Kwekwe golf tournament to deepen client relationships and expand Midlands-focused business lending. Humanitarian Support for Returnees: Magolide Foundation mobilised food donations to help Zimbabweans returning from South Africa after xenophobic violence. Food Safety & Spaza Shops (Gauteng): Tshwane says staffing freezes left it short of environmental health practitioners, raising concerns about inspections after the Public Protector’s spaza shop findings. Spaza Shop Crackdown Fallout (South Africa): Reports claim migrant-related job losses and labour shortages are hitting transport and agriculture as protests continue. Nigeria Microfinance Shake-up: CBN revoked 46 microfinance licences, signalling tougher conditions for community lenders and financial inclusion risks. Nigeria Budget Scrutiny: Atiku alleges ₦210bn duplicated allocations in the 2026 budget and calls for forensic probes. Satellite Broadband for SMEs (South Africa): Herotel will sell Amazon Leo satellite internet via Evry from 2027, aiming to reach homes and small businesses beyond fibre reach. Skills for Youth Entrepreneurs (Bayelsa): A 2-month digital and vocational programme trained 1,500 youths to launch or grow small businesses. Agri-Processing Under Climate Pressure (SA): Research highlights how climate shocks hit food processors through disrupted raw material supply.