Aviation Connectivity: Air Zimbabwe will restart Harare–London Gatwick flights via an ACMI deal with Spain’s Plus Ultra, after remaining on the UK/EU air safety blacklist and unable to fly with its own aircraft. Trade & Logistics: Togo’s Adétikopé Industrial Platform (PIA) exported 210,000 garments and textile products to the U.S. in 2025, supported by Port of Lomé logistics and AGOA benefits. Competition Watch: South Africa’s Recycling Association (RASA) filed a Competition Commission complaint alleging dominant ferrous scrap buyers blocked export permits and used brokers to coordinate price moves. Ports & Shipping: UNCTAD’s Port Liner Shipping Connectivity Index says Red Sea/Suez disruptions reshaped liner networks, with sub-Saharan Africa connections rising as trade patterns shift. Warehousing: South Africa’s e-commerce boom is pushing warehouses toward far higher SKU complexity and more decentralized fulfilment models. Energy & Trade Routes: India is exploring new shipping routes for crude and gas after Hormuz-linked disruptions, aiming to reduce exposure to vulnerable corridors. Policy & Local Services: South Africa’s Treasury warned municipalities can’t rely on electricity sales as revenue as funding is paused over mismanagement concerns. Mobility Finance: BYD and Absa launched BYD Finance to expand vehicle financing and related services for cleaner mobility in South Africa. Border/Customs Compliance: SARS rolled out a digital traveller declaration system from 1 July 2026, drawing privacy concerns from business leaders. Food System Accountability: South Africa’s SAHRC food inquiry ended with renewed calls for retailers like Shoprite to be held accountable for hunger and pricing impacts.