Zambia Election Watch: Zambia’s 13 August vote is shaping into a two-alliance fight, with the ruling UPND-backed bloc facing newcomer Brian Mundubile’s Tonse-Pamodzi coalition, as opposition hopes to overcome late coalition-building and alleged state interference. Youth Power, Real Change: In Kampala, African youth at the B!LL!Now Now summit demanded peacebuilding, skills and real decision-making power—not performative inclusion. Data to Decisions: Ghana’s geospatial engineers marked 50 years, with a blunt message: Africa has data, but struggles with the will and systems to turn it into action. Rwanda Digital Services: Ethiopia’s MESOB showcased how integrated one-stop digital government services are expanding access, transparency and accountability. Climate Negotiations: African climate negotiators met in Accra to lock in priorities for COP31, focusing on finance, adaptation and a just transition. Hurricane Update: The Atlantic is under watch with three tropical disturbances, including one with a medium chance of development. Osun Campaign Heat (Nigeria): Atiku and ADC leaders rallied in Osogbo ahead of the 15 August governorship vote, while party figures dismissed claims of alliances. Digital Health Commitments: In Abuja, ILF 2026 secured 10 pledges to accelerate Africa’s digital health transformation with tracked progress.