Ebola Crisis in Congo: WHO-led efforts in the DRC are being slammed as “weeks behind,” with a fast-spreading Bundibugyo strain spreading to Uganda and response teams struggling with supplies and community mistrust. Security and Accountability in Nigeria: A U.S. watchdog alleges Nigerian security personnel colluded with Fulani militias amid kidnapping-for-ransom raids, while the Pentagon says it eliminated a top ISIS commander in Nigeria. AI and Global Governance: China’s top diplomat urged stronger UN multilateralism, including UN reform and AI regulation. Digital Sovereignty in Ghana: Ghana’s AI summit is pushing for control over data and computing so Africa isn’t locked out of the AI economy. Critical Minerals Race: Tanzania is emerging as a frontrunner in critical minerals, as demand from EVs and AI drives new processing and investment pressure. Zimbabwe Energy Push: Zimbabwe’s raw mineral export ban is pushing mining firms toward local beneficiation and captive power generation. World Cup Fever Abroad: Worcester, Massachusetts plans free 2026 World Cup watch parties with local African diaspora and youth soccer partners. Public Health and Safety: Lagos traffic is framed as a daily public health emergency, not just congestion.