Ebola Backlash in Kenya: Protests erupted in Nanyuki over a US-funded Ebola quarantine centre, with police firing tear gas despite court orders, as fears grow about “double standards” while the Bundibugyo outbreak spreads. World Cup Shock: Somalia’s top referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the US and ruled out of FIFA World Cup 2026, despite FIFA saying his visa issue was resolved—raising questions about how politics hits sport. Digital Security Push: Ghana’s deputy PM Samuel Nartey George urged West Africa to build its own cyber talent and protect digital sovereignty, warning ransomware and fraud are already targeting local systems. Cross-Border Payments: Payfuture and ACE Money Transfer partnered to strengthen payout services for remittances, aiming at faster, more reliable cross-border transfers. Housing Tech for Africa: Ghana-based housing advocates launched an AIHS Innovation Hub, arguing Africa must move beyond “yesterday’s solutions” to tackle the housing deficit with tech, smart construction and PropTech. Diplomacy & Trade: Tanzania and Singapore signed new agreements during a historic state visit, focusing on digital transformation, agriculture, health and skills. Energy Finance Watch: Zambia linked sovereign bond buybacks to a grid resilience programme, committing up to $275m over 15 years to modernise electricity distribution.