Ethiopia Crisis: Tigray rebels say they are in “full-blown war” with the federal government after seizing three airports and launching attacks into Afar and Amhara, raising fears of a wider conflict. Climate Shock: Scientists warn El Niño could drive 451,000 extra heat deaths worldwide by February, with Africa—especially the Sahel and Nigeria—among the hardest hit. Central Africa Justice: The ICC convicted a former CAR rebel commander, Mahamat Said Abdel Kani, of crimes against humanity, including torture and unlawful imprisonment. West Africa Security: Jihadist groups are pushing further south from the Sahel into the Gulf of Guinea, aided by weak governance and criminal networks. Humanitarian Strain (Liberia): Aid cuts and rising food and health costs have tripled acute childhood malnutrition, with families struggling to feed infants. Urban Governance (South Africa): Johannesburg’s debt relief programme is in its final stages, offering up to 50% debt write-offs and full clearance for eligible pensioners. Business & Energy (East Africa): Djibouti and Ethiopia will break ground on a $160m Damerjog petroleum terminal aimed at boosting regional fuel storage and logistics. Football & Fans (Ghana): The GFA asks CAF for extra tickets after hundreds of supporters were left out of the AFCON qualifier in Bouaké.