Cape Town N2 Wall Backlash: Residents along the N2 are pushing back against the City of Cape Town’s R114m edge-safety wall, saying the money should go to housing and social development and warning of extortion risks in informal areas. Manufacturing vs Jobs Signal: SEIFSA, Manufacturing Circle and POLASA have questioned recent National Treasury comments implying manufacturing won’t drive future job growth, warning it could unsettle investors. HIV Prevention Supply Crunch: South Africa’s rollout of the twice-yearly HIV prevention injection lenacapavir is generating demand, but limited supply and the lack of cheaper generics until 2027 could leave clinics short. Refugee Treatment in Durban: The Umbilo Business Association condemns government’s handling of refugees camped outside the Home Affairs office, calling it inhumane and criticising the lack of accommodation. Tulbagh Factory Closure: Premier Foods’ planned closure of the fruit canning factory threatens thousands of jobs and a whole local way of life in the Western Cape. Tourism Safety Shock (Kenya): A helicopter crash near Loisaba Conservancy killed seven, including five Americans and Ecuador’s intelligence chief—another reminder of the risks in safari travel. Passport Boost: South Africa’s passport is ranked 86th globally, with visa-free or easier access to 108 destinations.