Google Cloud & AI Push: South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa will officiate the first Google Cloud Summit in Africa in Johannesburg, with new investment announcements tied to digitisation and AI skilling. Migration Rights & Safety: The Commission for Gender Equality warns that migration-related unrest in South Africa heightens risks of GBV, trafficking and exploitation for women and children, urging lawful, constitutional enforcement. Government Reshuffle: Ramaphosa announces changes to the national executive, appointing new ministers and deputy ministers across agriculture, energy, water, trade, higher education and social development. Anti-immigration Protests Watch: Government commends peaceful migration-related marches while warning against vigilantism and online incitement; police report arrests and cases tied to protests. Fuel Price Update: South Africa’s fuel prices are adjusted from 1 July 2026, citing Brent moves, international product prices and rand changes. Ebola Economic Shock: UN warns an Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could cost up to $3.6bn and threaten hundreds of thousands of jobs if not contained. Media/Comms & Regulation: Uganda’s media crackdown continues to draw international condemnation, while South Africa’s telecom regulator ICASA sets demands for Starlink’s entry. Marketing/Creative Industry: Quadrant MSL wins at Cannes Lions for Vaseline’s campaign, while Blanche Aigle Communications also racks up Cannes Lions/SABRE recognition.