WAFCON Focus: South Africa’s Banyana Banyana say they’re not underdogs ahead of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco (July 26–Aug 16), arguing rivals will have to raise their game. Fuel Security: Mozambique approved a state-owned company (ENAPP) to centralize procurement and management of petroleum products after recent fuel disruptions. Digital Banking Push: BGFI Bank Group renewed its partnership with SBS to roll out the SBS Digital Banking Suite across Africa and Europe, starting with pilot subsidiaries. Health & Generics: South Africa’s regulator cleared Sun Pharma to manufacture and sell a generic semaglutide injection, aiming to expand access to diabetes and obesity treatment. SDG Progress: Tanzania presented its UN SDG review, citing gains in rural clean water access and electricity connectivity. Aviation Growth: Emirates added capacity to Accra, boosting weekly flights and strengthening Ghana’s role as a West African travel hub. Immigration Tensions: South Africa’s Presidency warned of a coordinated campaign to isolate it over anti-illegal immigration protests, as police investigate intimidation of foreign nationals. Humanitarian Alert: UN agencies warned Eastern Africa needs urgent help, with 48.5 million people facing assistance needs and rising food insecurity. Regional Connectivity: China, Zambia and Tanzania reaffirmed support for revitalizing the TAZARA railway on its 50th anniversary. Travel Rules: Israel published its tourist visa exemption list, with seven African countries included.