Fuel Price Shock (South Africa): South Africa’s June pump update lifts petrol 93/95 by R1.43/l from June 3, while diesel drops by R3.24/l and illuminating paraffin falls by R5.96/l, as Brent rises and the Strait of Hormuz closure keeps pressure on crude. EU Investment Push (Critical Minerals & Energy): The EU kicks off a €12bn South Africa roadshow at the JSE to turn pledges into projects, with a focus on clean energy, transmission, minerals value chains and clean fuels. Korea-Africa Minerals & Supply Chains: Korea’s foreign minister meeting with 50 African countries in Seoul signals deeper cooperation on critical minerals, energy security and supply chains, with a second summit planned for 2029. Nigeria Downstream Price Competition: Private depots in Nigeria cut petrol prices after Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s latest reduction, intensifying a domestic fuel price war. Energy Transition Reality Check (South Africa): Research challenges claims that rooftop solar is a “cash cow,” arguing cost shifts and policy tensions are more complex than the debate suggests. Financing Shift (Africa Businesses): A new report says private credit is overtaking equity as venture funding tightens, pushing revenue-linked and structured debt financing.