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Fuel & Cost Pressure: South Africa’s Debt Rescue says the latest petrol and diesel hikes are pushing households and small businesses deeper into debt, warning of more job losses as transport costs feed into food and essentials. Premium Spirits Retail: CVH Spirits is expanding in South Africa by appointing Truman & Orange as exclusive distributor, betting on single malt and higher-end expressions. Health Regulation Crackdown (Niger): Niger’s agency sealed 12 unregistered Islamic medicine stores and a clinic in Minna and Katcha for regulatory breaches, urging practitioners to register. Trade Relief for Exporters (AGOA): Trump signed an AGOA extension through December 2028, giving Kenya and other eligible exporters continued duty-free access to the US market. FX Watch (Nigeria): The naira gained against the dollar even as official FX turnover fell sharply, closing at about N1,322.50/$. Health Manufacturing Push (Tanzania): Tanzania is courting major US investors to build pharma, diagnostics and medical device manufacturing, offering incentives and clearer pathways. Big Capital Markets Moment (Nigeria): Nigeria’s SEC approved Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s IPO, potentially raising about $1.6bn, with a valuation target near $47bn. Ride-hailing Shake-up (Nigeria): Uber shut down in Nigeria after 12 years, citing tough economics; the exit also happened in Uganda. Petrol Pricing Debate (Nigeria): Seyi Makinde argues Nigerians shouldn’t pay more due to border failures, calling for a fairer, transparent pricing framework. Oil Theft Tragedy (Nigeria): At least 37 died in Rivers State after inhaling toxic fumes during an alleged oil theft attempt. Industrialisation & Investment (Kenya): Kenya seeks Chinese manufacturing investment as it pushes Vision 2060, while Tata Chemicals faces a “pack and go” order over local processing claims. Consumer Safety (South Africa): Counterfeit toys are surging in South Africa, with industry estimating fake/noncompliant products at about a quarter of market sales. Digital Services (Nigeria): Glo Café 3.0 rolls out as a more customer-friendly self-service app for airtime, data, bills and payments. Capital & Culture (Nigeria): Nigeria’s Afrocentric Cultural Expo 2026 is unveiled, projecting over N125m in direct local economic injection.

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