High Court showdown: AfriForum, the DA and the IRR are challenging parts of Ramaphosa’s Expropriation Act in the Western Cape High Court, arguing it undermines property rights. Infrastructure crime: Transnet Engineering says cable theft and vandalism at its Swartkops depot cost it over R1.3m in two years, prompting expanded community engagement to protect rail assets. Health & pharma: The Department of Health says South Africa is preparing for a potential new TB vaccine after phase three trials of M72/ASO1E progress, with production and supply discussions involving the Serum Institute of India and the Gates Foundation. Digital & AI: A North-West University PhD is building multilingual AI to detect misinformation in English, isiZulu and Sepedi, aiming to close the gap for indigenous-language speakers. Trade & manufacturing: ITAC recommends lifting peanut butter import duty to 20% ad valorem to protect local manufacturers from rising imports. Energy & reform: Operation Vulindlela reports progress on electricity, freight logistics, water and sanitation, visa reform and digital public infrastructure. Agriculture & food prices: A vegetable market update shows onions up 24% and tomatoes down 23% week-on-week, while food inflation eases. Labour & migration: AFP reports a migrant exodus is crippling South Africa’s agriculture, with farmers warning of major production losses. Women’s economic push: Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga launched Women’s Month 2026 in KwaZulu-Natal, spotlighting women in trade and business access.