Tourism Diversification: Kenya’s “harvesting season” (June–Oct) around the Great Wildebeest Migration keeps hotels and tour operators busy, but the bigger SMB challenge is smoothing demand beyond peak months. Digital Identity for SMEs: Nigeria’s NiRA is pushing cheaper, bundled .ng domain packages and possible SME vouchers via registrars, SMEDAN and the Bank of Industry to help small firms go online. Local Government as Growth Engine: South Africa’s municipal reform debate is shifting from elections to building “developmental municipalities” that drive investment, jobs and production at local level. Eskom Restructuring Timing: South Africa’s Eskom split debate is heating up around sequencing—whether the grid can handle change now without performance damage. Women, Health and Resilience: Women’s Month coverage links early diagnostics to income protection, productivity and economic resilience for households and informal workers. Energy & Trade Deals: An East Regional Council forum in Cameroon/region signed agreements with the Rural Electrification Agency and shippers’ groups to boost rural electrification and transport infrastructure. Gabon Industrial Shift: Gabon moves to stop exporting raw manganese and expand local processing to capture more value and create industrial jobs. China Zero-Tariff Boost: China’s zero-tariff policy (from May 1) is already lifting Nigeria-China trade—imports up sharply—creating openings for Nigeria’s non-oil industrialization. Workforce Gaps After Crackdowns: In Limpopo, employers report shortages of specialised skills after undocumented workers left, even as general labour availability improves. GIPA Investment Reforms (Ghana): Ghana’s investment promotion overhaul gets parliamentary backing, including removing blanket minimum capital rules for many investors. SME Growth via Connectivity: Coverage highlights how African peering and interconnection efforts keep local internet traffic local, cutting costs for businesses. Leadership Pipeline (Nigeria): Centre LSD graduates 90 leaders (3,406 total in 16 years), aiming to build a critical mass of service-focused leaders across sectors. Insurance for Extended Families (Nigeria): Leadway launches a whole-of-life “Lifetime Plan” designed for multi-generation financial responsibilities.