Business Education Reform: Paresh Soni argues business schools face an existential crisis not from AI replacing lecturers, but from outdated curricula that still train graduates for workplaces that no longer exist. Mining & Materials Tech: Pilot Crushtec launched the locally developed DynamiTrac XS200 Xtreme mobile scalper, aimed at smaller operators with container-friendly mobility and aggressive screening. Energy & Data Centres: A report warns Africa’s data-centre growth needs power-sector overhaul, citing unreliable electricity as a major drag on AI readiness. Circular Economy: South Africa’s plastic-pipe recycling push highlights that PVC and HDPE pipes can be recycled, but responsible end-of-life handling is the real safety challenge. Consumer & Transport Costs: Stats SA says June inflation jumped to 5.0%, driven mainly by fuel-linked transport costs, raising pressure ahead of the SARB rate decision. Vehicle Safety Recalls: The NCC announced recalls of Nissan Qashqai, Toyota Land Cruiser 300 and Lexus LX600 models over potential fuel leaks and engine debris risks. Aviation Operations: FlySafair says air-traffic control constraints, especially at OR Tambo, are limiting network planning and causing delays. Fintech Deal: Pepkor will combine Flash with Shop2Shop to form FintechCo, targeting R200bn annual transaction throughput and a possible future listing. Taxi Industry Pressure: Santaco and GNTA give Gauteng a seven-day ultimatum over licence backlogs and governance hurdles, threatening province-wide shutdown action. Road Safety & Sleep: Discovery Insure research links poor sleep to higher accident risk and launches Sleep Points to encourage healthier driving habits. Water Crisis Focus: A WaterWise-style call urges municipalities, communities and industry to tackle massive treated-water losses and infrastructure backlogs through a renewed social compact.