Somalia–World Cup Fallout: Omar Artan, Africa’s Referee of the Year, was barred from entering the US for the 2026 World Cup over “vetting concerns,” but returned to Mogadishu for a hero’s welcome and vowed to officiate again in 2030. Counterterrorism: US Africa Command says it killed more than 200 ISIS-linked terrorists in coordinated operations with Nigerian forces in the northeast, with no US or Nigerian personnel harmed. Ebola Preparedness: Nigeria’s Anambra state reaffirmed Ebola readiness, urging vigilance, early reporting, and coordination with national health bodies as outbreaks remain a concern across Africa. Trade & Investment: Egypt and Tanzania moved to deepen trade, investment, and livestock cooperation, including updating customs classifications and planning reciprocal missions. Finance & Development: Liberia’s Senate confirmed Jonathan K. Weedor as NEC chair, while Liberia’s drug agency seized US$19.2m cocaine at Roberts International Airport. Governance & Integrity: Tax Justice Network Africa urged stronger African-led action against illicit financial flows, warning the continent loses about US$88.6bn annually. Wildlife Tech: Rwanda is using environmental DNA to better monitor endangered species in Volcanoes National Park with less disruption to animals.