Western Cape Trade Push: South Africa’s Western Cape is stepping up tourism, trade and investment links across Africa, ASEAN and Europe, using buyer programmes like “Made in the Cape” to connect exporters with global partners. Malawi Energy Breakthrough: A world-first battery-electrolyser system has been handed over at Mwanza District Hospital, producing green hydrogen for clean cooking while powering key hospital areas. Donor Shock to Health: USAID’s exit is spotlighting how fragile donor-funded health systems remain when external funding is cut. Migration Tensions: Malawi reports an unusual surge of Malawians returning from South Africa, with organised bus “deportations” raising xenophobia-linked fears. Local Government Financial Chaos: An audit flags K5.98bn in irregular spending across councils, pointing to weak controls and broken accountability. Parastatal Pay Controversy: Govt faces backlash over paying two CEOs in state firms amid austerity. Limbe Blackout Blame Fight: MaBLEM rejects claims that Pacific Limited caused the Limbe blackout, saying heavy rains and infrastructure factors were key. Mining Momentum: Kayelekera uranium gets a boost as Orano CE accepts its product ahead of planned exports. Cost of Living Pressure: April household costs rose 8.15%, driven by transport after fuel price hikes. Women in Leadership: VP Jane Ansah calls for stronger women’s inclusion in decision-making. Teen Pregnancy Alarm: Researchers warn teenage pregnancy remains at 32% in 2024 despite years of interventions.