Ghana–UK Investment Push: President John Dramani Mahama told London’s Africa Debate that Ghana is “open for business,” pointing to 18 months of macroeconomic stabilisation and a shift toward industrialisation, agro-processing and infrastructure-led growth. US–Kenya Diplomacy: Trump nominated Henry T. Wooster as the next US ambassador to Kenya, as Washington deepens trade, security and technology ties with Nairobi. Ghana Investment Summit Follow-through: Ghana’s trade minister renewed calls for foreign investment at the Ghana-UK Investment Summit, pitching Ghana as a gateway into Africa’s wider market. Ebola and Vaccines Funding: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington will “re-engage” with Gavi amid Ebola concerns, after last year’s funding pullback. Climate and Food Security: A new assessment warns climate change is becoming the biggest threat to global food security, with heat already cutting farm labour safety and yields. Ethiopia–Finland Reset: Ethiopia and Finland resumed formal political consultations after a 16-year gap, aiming to expand economic cooperation. Zimbabwe Conservation Win: Black rhinos returned to Matusadona National Park after more than 30 years, marking a major wildlife restoration milestone. Ghana Rice Plan: Ghana’s agriculture minister unveiled a 10-year roadmap to end the rice deficit, including a new import quota tied to local producer partnerships. Finance for Local Currency: Access Bank Tanzania secured a $500m IFC deal to expand local-currency financing and reduce FX risk for businesses. Angola–China Connectivity: Angola launched a new route linking Icolo e Bengo to Guangzhou to boost Africa–Asia connectivity and trade.