Cricket & Infrastructure: South Africa ramps up its busiest-ever season with 78 international match days and more domestic T20, driven by an exchangeable pitch system to keep grounds usable despite heavy workloads. Tanzania Mobility & Tourism: Tanzania temporarily suspends two Kilimanjaro climbing routes after a new wildfire, rerouting tourists to Machame, Marangu and Rongai. Football AFCON Qualifiers: Bafana Bafana head to Cairo to face Eritrea with a narrow group lead after beating Guinea; DR Congo also keep their perfect start in qualifiers. Politics & Youth: MKP deputy president Duduzane Zuma urges young South Africans to vote in local elections, arguing frustration should translate into action. Media & Democracy: African journalists and media leaders call for stronger access to information to fight digital misinformation. Economy & Markets: Standard Bank points to rising savings and payment activity as Africa’s economic momentum gathers pace. Business & Investment: Aliko Dangote pushes an “IPO for the people” targeting 10 million investors for his refinery listing. Security & Rights: Amnesty accuses Mali’s army and Russian paramilitaries of war crimes, including killings and torture of civilians. Environment & Wildlife: Namibia expands its fight against wildlife and environmental crime to include flora and forestry offences. South Africa Tensions: Nigeria’s consulate condemns the deaths of three Nigerians in separate incidents, renewing xenophobia and safety concerns.