According to TechTrends KE, Kenya’s e-commerce market is projected to expand from about Sh336.7 billion today to roughly Sh496 billion by 2029, from an estimated base of $2.6 billion. The report describes the market as already among Africa’s largest, supported by internet access, mobile payments and growing online adoption, while cautioning that realizing the forecast will depend on faster improvements to digital-trade rules and surrounding systems.

A new affordable retailer has opened its doors in South Africa, aiming to bring everyday essentials closer to shoppers, according to The South African Biz. The outlet is described as a new type of retailer targeting cost-conscious consumers, and the report indicates that more stores are planned. Specific details about the retailer's name, ownership, locations, and exact expansion timeline were not provided in the available information.

Google has announced that its Johannesburg Cloud Region is expected to contribute $90.6 billion to South Africa's economy by 2030, as part of its expansion in cloud and artificial intelligence services on the continent. This projection was revealed during Google Cloud's first Africa Cloud Summit in Johannesburg, where it was also noted that approximately 314,900 jobs would be supported by this initiative.

According to The Citizen Business, South African SMEs are increasingly integrating digital tools into their growth strategies, reflecting a high level of digital and commercial maturity. This positions them favorably within the regional market, indicating a trend towards modernization and adaptation in the business landscape.

South Africa's private sector experienced marginal growth in June, despite a significant decline in business optimism, which has reached its lowest point in five years. This indicates a contrasting trend between economic activity and the sentiment of business leaders in the country.

A popular shopping mall in Gqeberha is undergoing a R75 million upgrade that will add new stores, improve customer spaces and refurbish major areas ahead of the festive season, according to The South African Biz. The project is described as including a first for the Eastern Cape, though the specific feature is not identified in the blurb. The revamp signals continued retail investment in the city and is timed to attract higher seasonal foot traffic.