Emerging Markets Rebound: Despite war, tariffs and AI-driven market jitters, investors are pouring back into emerging market debt, with inflows at a 20+ year high as reforms and stronger local capital markets cushion shocks. Local Mobility Economy: South Africa’s e-hailing boom is still huge (tens of thousands of vehicles and hundreds of millions in monthly turnover), but signs of driver oversupply are emerging in some areas. Early Childhood Data: DataDrive2030’s Thrive by Five Index is pushing smarter early childhood investment using large-scale preschool outcome data. Power Theft Tech: PNG Power is rolling out smart meters and digital monitoring to cut electricity theft and losses—an approach SA utilities and regulators will watch closely. Karoo Science Update: A new open-access UCT review synthesises 20+ years of Karoo research, refining how Gondwana’s climate and extinction events are understood. AI in Courts: A Joburg case flags AI “hallucination” concerns in a judgment, raising questions about how courts should handle machine-assisted drafting. Cape Town Luxury Tourism: Cape Town ranks top globally for design-led luxury home stays, with architecture and interiors driving demand. Moringa Poultry Feed: Moringa oleifera is gaining traction as an antibiotic-free poultry feed ingredient to boost immunity and reduce mortality. SADC Leadership: Ramaphosa takes over SADC chairmanship as the bloc doubles down on regional integration, industry and innovation.