Rail & Trade Infrastructure: Mozambique’s CFM says it is starting next July the second phase to double the Ressano Garcia railway line, a $160m project meant to lift corridor capacity and logistics efficiency after flood-linked losses. Food & Livestock Systems: A report on South Africa’s foot-and-mouth disease crisis points to the cost of unchecked outbreaks and argues for a mandatory nationwide tracking approach to protect the beef industry and exports. IP & Medicines: PATAM and TWN have filed a third-party observation at ARIPO challenging a Gilead patent application on HIV compounds, warning it could affect patent rights across ARIPO contracting states including Eswatini. Creative & Culture Development: Eswatini’s NACA chairperson KrTC Sibandze says the awards are shifting from recognition to artist development, with more categories and a new focus on building careers. Retail & Consumer Goods: Spar is pushing harder into private-label products to lift margins, with CEO Reeza Isaacs citing integration gaps and a target to grow own-brand share. SME Competition & Standards: Eswatini’s commerce ministry says competition and standards bodies must help SMEs trade fairly against larger firms, including scrutiny of acquisitions and contracted workers. Rural Women & Food Policy: The Rural Women’s Assembly calls for women smallholder farmers to lead food and climate policy, highlighting Eswatini participation in regional dialogues. Mobile & Sales Enablement: Eswatini Mobile commended its sales team after quarterly refresher training, tying performance to customer-first service and private-sector growth. Regional Business Meetings: SACU talks are set for CTICC2 in Cape Town from 18–26 June, bringing together Eswatini and other members to discuss customs and trade cooperation. Migration & Enforcement Debate: South Africa’s migration crackdown continues to draw attention, with government messaging stressing rule-of-law enforcement alongside opposition to xenophobia.