Energy & Power: TotalEnergies has inaugurated Hydra, billed as Africa’s largest hybrid renewable project in South Africa’s Northern Cape, pairing 216MW solar PV with a 500MWh battery to deliver 75MW dispatchable power to Eskom under a 20-year PPA. Consumer & Transport: South Africa’s new vehicle market posted its strongest June in 19 years, with 54,000+ sales (+15.3% y/y), led by passenger vehicles (+18.1%). Industrial Policy & Finance: Nigeria’s BOI says it will channel €60m of an EIB facility into cocoa and dairy value addition, aiming to move “bean to brand” processing. Telecom & Competition: Nigeria’s NCC has started reviewing Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) business rules to boost access, competition and consumer protection. Food Prices & Inflation: Analysts warn Nigeria’s inflation easing to 15.91% doesn’t mean prices are falling—food inflation is still driving pressure. Digital Entertainment: eMedia launched Openview Stream, Africa’s first independent FAST streaming platform, rolling out first in Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda and more. Consumer Safety & Health: South Africa’s BASF marks 60 years with a STEM legacy project at Sandringham High School ahead of Mandela Day. Livestock Risk: Taiwan urged vigilance after an African swine fever-positive pig carcass was found in Kinmen, triggering quarantine and shipment suspensions.