SME Resilience in Ghana: Accra Street Journal spotlights how Accra’s small businesses keep going despite high rents, rising power costs and generator bills, and hidden permit/regulatory charges—showing resilience through adaptation, not just survival. Digital Payments Trust Push (Ghana): A Ghana digital economy debate is zeroing in on one bottleneck: trust and fraud controls are now seen as the “currency” for mobile money growth and safer commerce. Cross-Border Trade for Small Traders (AfCFTA): Afreximbank and partners launch an agribusiness export readiness accelerator aimed at small operators, youth and informal traders—positioning SMEs as the engine to scale intra-African trade. Regulatory Whiplash Hurts Planning (West Africa): Nigeria-focused analysis argues that shifting rules and enforcement uncertainty can damage investment decisions more than headline tax rates. Namibia Investment Momentum: Namibia is ranked 2nd globally for new greenfield FDI, but the piece warns the real test is turning inflows into jobs and finance access for local businesses. Diesel Shock for Transport (South Africa): Diesel price increases are expected to raise freight and food logistics costs, hitting smaller operators hardest. Inclusive Instant Payments Training (Liberia & region): AfricaNenda Foundation urges interoperable instant payment systems and harmonised rules so businesses and consumers can benefit across borders. Malawi Pressure Index: A new index flags high economic pressure but points to where strategic investment can still create value.