Somalia Security & UN Logistics: The UN Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) has opened a tender to sell UN-owned vehicles and equipment as uncertainty grows over future logistical support for the AU mission, with the US signaling it will end funding for UNSOS by Dec. 31, 2026. Zimbabwe Illegal Mining Crackdown: Zimbabwe’s government is setting up a task force to tackle illegal mining after reports linked it to damage to roads, land, the Mazowe River, and health harms including silicosis and TB. Nigeria Opposition Unity Push: Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju says Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi can’t win in 2027 unless the opposition unites behind one candidate. Nigeria Security Update: Air strikes in Nigeria’s Sambisa Forest reportedly killed nine ISWAP fighters, including a key commander, while ISWAP also faces internal leadership turmoil after alleged executions of Shura Council members. Digital Infrastructure & AI: Morocco is being touted as a future African hub for data centers and AI, helped by connectivity and growing renewable energy capacity. Health Focus: A Lancet Global Health review warns hepatitis B vertical transmission remains high in the WHO African region, urging stronger birth-dose vaccination and maternal antiviral support. Migration Politics in North Africa: The US reaffirmed Spain’s sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, criticizing Spain’s handling of the recent migrant surge. WAFCON Build-Up: Nigeria’s Super Falcons say they’re “hungry” ahead of their WAFCON quarter-final vs Cameroon, chasing a 2027 World Cup spot.