World Cup Shock: Morocco beat the Netherlands on penalties to reach the Round of 16, with a late equaliser sending the tie to a dramatic shootout. Nairobi as Export Hub: Kenya’s professional services push is growing, with Nairobi-based Woodrow winning Africa Agency of the Year and expanding across 13 countries. Sustainable Finance: Bank ABC says it mobilised $3bn in sustainable finance in 2025, including a big jump in green, social and sustainable Sukuk roles. Energy Transition & Blue Economy: Tunisia launched its first solar-powered electric propulsion voyage for an artisanal fishing boat, aiming to cut emissions and protect marine life. AfCFTA Push: Nigeria urged faster AfCFTA implementation to move from deals to jobs, digital trade, interoperable payments and smoother customs. Health Security: Egypt reaffirmed support for African Ebola-affected countries, offering medical and pharmaceutical assistance and capacity-building. Digital Health Platform: eHealth Africa and partners set ILF 2026 in Abuja to drive scalable digital health transformation. Business & Trade Finance: ATIDI marked 25 years in Nairobi, saying it has supported $93bn in investments and is focused on risk-managed growth. Climate Risk Watch: Fitch warns African banks face rising climate credit vulnerability, with transition risks now and physical risks building later. Security & Rights: A report says Christians were killed at higher rates than Muslims in Nigeria from 2020-2025, alongside widespread civilian kidnappings.