Digital Economy & Governance: Nigeria’s National Identity Management Commission is getting a boost after Tinubu-backed reforms, with the SGF praising the NIMC Act for accelerating digital identity and economic transformation. Anti-Corruption & Integrity: ICPC Chairman Musa Adamu Aliyu urged universities across Africa to build a generation rooted in honesty, accountability and patriotism as a long-term weapon against corruption. Public Health: Africa CDC commended China for emergency support to the Ebola response, including a further $2.5m contribution to strengthen frontline operations and protect health workers. Regional Security Cooperation: SADC leaders called for stronger collective action against conflict, terrorism and emerging threats, warning that peace can’t be taken for granted. Local Development & Decentralization: Togo is exploring new AU partnerships to support local development, capacity building and empowerment for women and young people as it expands municipalities. Justice & Transparency: ACILA’s Nyarko pushed for political finance reforms across Africa to force candidates to disclose campaign donations and file financial reports. Environment & Energy Debate: Greenpeace Africa is urging Kenya to pause and reassess Dangote-backed plans for a major Lamu refinery, citing fragile ecosystems and calls for an independent environmental review. Elections Watch: Nigeria’s electoral body is considering a mock presidential election and an audit of election technology ahead of 2027. Culture & Heritage: Kenya’s Nandi Kaburwo Council of Elders got a new chair, with officials stressing councils of elders as custodians of culture and social cohesion.