Trade & Logistics: DHL Express, dtic, Standard Bank and MTN have launched the GoTrade programme to help South African SMEs clear logistical, financial and regulatory barriers to cross-border trade across Africa. Tech & Industry Events: Electra Mining Africa 2026 (7–11 Sept, Johannesburg) will spotlight mining and industrial tech for efficiency and supply-chain resilience, while Singularity Summit South Africa 2026 (21–22 Oct) adds more global AI and innovation speakers with a women-in-innovation focus. Mobility & Vehicles: South Africa’s new-energy vehicle market is growing, with hybrids leading NEV sales (Jan–Jun 2026), and a separate report notes rising vehicle recall campaigns, including more software-related fixes. Health & Science Policy: CSIR has taken responsibility for South Africa’s Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Innovation Cluster phase two, aiming to localise API production after Covid-19 exposed supply-chain fragility. Digital Skills & Inclusion: South Africa ranks 67th/69 for digital skills development, and coverage argues the digital divide is about access and support, not ability. Food & Farming Research: A fungus discovery offers hope against the African armyworm, while another study warns global vegetable intake and crop diversity are both falling short of dietary guidelines. Cyber & Online Safety: Child Online Africa urges stronger safeguards for children on social media, including a minimum access age and safety-by-design. Higher Education Funding: CUT will pay accommodation allowances to 1,392 students after delays left many at risk of eviction.