Private Credit Shift: A new Africa-focused report says private credit is overtaking equity as the main funding model, with investors prioritising cash-flow stability as venture funding contracts. Ghana Politics & Governance: IMANI’s PULSE analysis of 10,000 online mentions finds Ghanaians are increasingly judging leaders on governance and economic credibility, not personality loyalty. Ghana–South Africa Xenophobia: Ghana advises citizens to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa after xenophobic attacks, citing injuries, business closures and consular support steps. Korea–Africa Minerals Push: At the Korea–Africa Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Seoul, Korea seeks deeper cooperation on critical minerals and supply chains, with a second summit planned for 2029. EU €12bn Investment Roadshow: The EU begins a South Africa roadshow to convert a €12bn pledge into projects under its Clean Trade and Investment Partnership, targeting clean industry and energy value chains. Ebola Financing & Risk: Africa CDC warns the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak is concerning due to lack of licensed vaccines/medicines and intense cross-border movement, while CEPI backs early-stage vaccine testing. South Africa Fuel Relief Ends: Petrol rises by R1.43/litre while diesel and paraffin fall; temporary fuel levy relief won’t extend beyond June. South Africa Vehicle Sales: New vehicle sales hit 51,071 in May (+12.8% y/y), with exports still under pressure. UBA Africa Day: UBA marks Africa Day with group-wide celebrations across 20 markets, positioning itself as a “continental bridge” for banking and opportunity. Ghana Investment Drive: Mahama urges UK investors at a Ghana-UK summit, pitching stability and growth and a national airline plan.