Digital Infrastructure Push: Energy Conference Network announced two new Africa-focused summits—CEMAC Data Center, Energy & AI Infrastructure in Brazzaville and Digitalisation & AI in Energy West Africa in Lagos—aimed at powering data centers, fiber links, cybersecurity and financing frameworks. Ebola Update (DRC): Africa CDC says DR Congo’s Ebola cases have reached 5,021 with 2,378 deaths, warning the outbreak remains far from under control amid conflict and weak health systems. Mining Tragedy (CAR): Central African Republic officials and Red Cross volunteers report a deadly artisanal gold mine collapse in Zamboye near Cameroon, with deaths now over 100 and more feared as people remain trapped. Xenophobia Response (South Africa): Nigeria’s federal government urged urgent action to stop xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks, calling for stronger migration governance and responsible leadership. Trade & Market Access (South Africa–India): India approved additional cold-treatment options for fresh citrus fruit after nearly a decade of talks, improving South Africa’s export prospects. Health Policy (UHC/NCDs): African health leaders urged integrating noncommunicable disease services, medicines and diagnostics into Universal Health Coverage reforms. Sports (Senegal): Patrick Vieira’s Senegal coaching appointment faces uncertainty over contracts and federation disputes as the Teranga Lions begin a new chapter.