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Xenophobia Escalates Diplomatic Pressure: Ghana has formally petitioned the African Union over recurring xenophobic attacks on Africans in South Africa, calling it an “urgent continental interest” ahead of AU talks in Egypt—an echo of how fragile Pan-African unity feels right now. Local Business Under Strain: South Africa’s motor body repair ecosystem is under structural pressure as independent SMEs face OEM compliance costs while insurers and margins squeeze—raising risks for vehicle safety and claims stability. SME Growth Meets Digital Reality: South Africa’s SMMEs are shifting to digital-first sales and “daily deals” to bypass retail shelf barriers, while Kenya’s MSMEs are warned that posting online isn’t enough without stronger digital skills and cyber safety. Tech + Capital Momentum: Fasset secured a $51m Series B to expand regulated stablecoin banking across Asia and Africa; Africa Tech Summit London selected 13 ventures for an investor showcase. Policy + Jobs Push: Ramaphosa told parliament the water crisis is being coordinated via a national action plan, and he faced tough questions on investment-led job creation and unemployment.

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