01 August 1: Citywide Pilot Program Launched in Tianjin. Starting August 1, 2026, Tianjin officially launched a citywide pilot program for high-level opening-up in cross-border trade. This is not a pilot limited to specific areas, but rather a policy initiative that extends benefits to all foreign trade enterprises across the city.

01 八部门整治，非法跨境证券出清2026年5月，中国证监会等八部门联合印发《综合整治非法跨境证券期货基金经营活动实施方案》，对非法跨境证券业务开展两年集中整治。富途证券被罚18.5亿港元，老虎证券被罚4.112亿港元，长桥证券也被点名。

Recently, a seller asked me, “You say South Africa’s e-commerce is growing at a rate of 35%, but some reports indicate an average annual growth rate of 15%. Which one is accurate?” That’s a very good question. The answer is: Both are correct, but they’re referring to different things.

"Isn't the Takealot commission 12%? Why does my calculation show a profit margin of less than 5%?" This is the first question many new sellers ask when they see the settlement for their first order […]

This article addresses frequently asked questions about the entire process—from registration to operations—in a Q&A format, with the aim of helping sellers who are still on the fence quickly gain a comprehensive understanding of South African market localization.