US Tariffs Hit SA Exports: The US has imposed new 12.5% tariffs on South African goods from 24 July, tied to forced-labour enforcement claims, with some exemptions still in play—raising fresh pressure for exporters and supply-chain compliance. Aviation Dispute: ATNS pushed back hard against FlySafair’s complaints that air traffic control constraints are slowing airline growth, saying the remarks are “inaccurate and misleading” and offering a meeting to resolve operational concerns. Water Crisis Response: President Ramaphosa released the National Water Action Plan, targeting infrastructure investment, legal and regulatory fixes for municipalities, and action against corruption and criminality. Transport Bottlenecks: A regional transport study puts cross-border disruption at R15bn–R16bn a year, with border queues running into days and costing freight time and money. Public Transport Electrification: Cape Town welcomed its first fully-electric MyCiTi bus, “Evie”, clearing the way for 38 battery-electric buses to support the Cape Flats expansion. Mining Deal Update: Neo Energy’s Beatrix 4 Shaft progress continues after signing a site access and contractorship agreement with Sibanye-Stillwater for pre-development work ahead of regulatory transfer. Digital Inclusion Push: Communications minister Solly Malatsi warned against digital inequality, arguing townships—not geography—should define South Africa’s digital future. Venture Capital Maturity: A new study says SA venture capital exits are delivering 2.01x–2.45x realised returns, signalling a more mature market attracting institutional capital.