Wine & Exports: Tim Atkin MW’s South Africa 2026 Wines of the Year showcase at Vergelegen drew 247 wines scoring 95 points or more, with Vergelegen racking up multiple 91+ results—another push to “tell the world what’s happening in the Cape.” Migration & Border Support: Parliament praised South Africa’s coordinated repatriation response after anti-migrant unrest, including duty-free property handling and reintegration support for returnees. Food System Power: A new analysis argues SA’s hunger problem is less about scarcity and more about concentrated “gateways” that shape prices and choices from inputs to supermarkets. Public Health & Safety: Researchers warn rabid Cape fur seals have bitten at least 176 people, with risk of wider spread to other marine mammals. Energy Transition: Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina will advance SA’s hydrogen agenda in Japan, linking research partnerships to the Just Energy Transition and green hydrogen commercialisation. Cost of Living: Household affordability data shows food, electricity and transport are squeezing budgets, pushing families to buy less and less nutritious food. Logistics & Trade: DP World is facing a Kenya corporate name dispute that could threaten its local registration. Health Policy: Health officials weigh mandatory medical scheme membership, warning subsidies could cost tens of billions if lower-income workers are brought in. Capital Markets: Dangote Refinery’s $1.6bn IPO documents are endorsed, with a minimum subscription set for the public offer.