Mozambique Fuel Security: Mozambique approved an emergency payment mechanism (via Petromoc and a Bank of Mozambique account) to secure up to $50m for fuel imports during supply crises, aiming to prevent shortages and long queues. LAM Aviation: LAM says two Embraer 190 aircraft grounded in South Africa for maintenance will return this week, lifting its in-operation fleet to 10, with more aircraft expected by year-end; it also unveiled a second domestic hub in Beira to cut travel time and costs. South Africa Migration Costs: South Africa’s Home Affairs is seeking reimbursement for nearly $18m spent on repatriation operations, approaching Nigeria, Malawi, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique—while Ghana is excluded after funding its own evacuation. SADC Trade Push: South Africa took the SADC chair with a target to raise intra-regional trade to 50% and push beneficiation of critical minerals, including graphite and cobalt. Mozambique Mining Update: NeoTerra reports promising gallium pre-concentration pathways at Monte Muambe after initial metallurgy testing and XRT results. Regional Business Signals: Standard Bank lifted its dividend after record first-half earnings; Shoprite also posted strong sales growth, with Sixty60 digital commerce up sharply. Climate Risk: A “super” El Niño threat could cost Africa $10bn–$20bn, with Southern Africa bracing for drought, wildfires and water stress.