Violent Extremism Policy Gap (Uganda): Uganda’s prevention and counter-terror strategy still struggles to move from paper to action, with leadership disputes delaying implementation. Climate Shock: The AfDB warns a “super” El Niño could hit African economies by $10bn–$20bn and trigger mass migration as drought and flooding intensify. DRC Ebola Alarm: DRC and Africa CDC say contact tracing is slipping and labs are running out of testing kits as Ebola spreads across Central Africa. Eastern DRC Peace Talks (Qatar): Qatar reaffirmed support for AU-led efforts in eastern DRC, citing ceasefire monitoring, detainee exchange talks, and ongoing protocol negotiations. South Africa Migration Debate: Standard Bank warns stricter immigration curbs could hurt growth, arguing migrants also pay taxes and create jobs. Nigeria Industrial Push: NSDC urges states to build industrial clusters, cut production costs, and harmonise levies to stay competitive under AfCFTA. Food Security Pressure (Nigeria): Cold-chain experts warn Nigeria could face rice and tomato shortages within three months amid storage and logistics failures. Health & Education (Nigeria): Education minister Tunji Alausa links reforms to building a $1tn economy by 2030, stressing skills and expanded health training. Aviation Deal (Ghana/UAE): Etihad and Africa World Airlines sign a codeshare and cargo partnership to deepen connectivity between Accra and Abu Dhabi. Sports & Culture: Zimbabwe’s youth table tennis team chases Commonwealth dreams; Ghana’s Kpedudo festival backs an indigenous performing arts institute.