BRICS Push for Global Reform: Nigeria’s Tinubu used the 18th BRICS Summit to call for a rewrite of global governance and the international financial system, urging “dialogue to delivery” and inviting investors to see Nigeria as a gateway to Africa’s market under AfCFTA. Global South Outreach: India’s MEA says BRICS outreach invitees were chosen to represent developing regions, including the AU and other regional blocs, to share BRICS work and focus on outcomes for the Global South. Nigeria Mining Skills Boost: Nigeria is expanding its mining workforce training via a new phase of the Nigeria–Australia Resource Industry Collaboration with Murdoch University, adding more industry exposure and practical, commercially focused project work. Maritime Trade Relief: The US lifted a 12-year security restriction on Nigerian-flagged vessels calling at American ports, expected to cut costs and improve turnaround times. AI Sovereignty in Africa: Researchers and policymakers urged African countries to build sovereign AI foundation models for local languages and realities, while Algeria set up committees to implement its national AI strategy. Air Quality Monitoring: Addis Ababa deployed digital monitoring apps to track urban air pollution and target hotspots from an aging vehicle fleet. Security at Borders: A Ghana-focused report warns that extremist groups exploit cross-border “seams” in northern border towns, calling for stronger regional security coordination. Humanitarian Alarm (Libya): Nigerian women and infants detained in Libya appealed for urgent intervention, citing squalid conditions, malnutrition and extortion. Sports (Zambia/NWSL): Temwa Chawinga and Barbra Banda renewed their rivalry in the NWSL as their match ended 2-2. Business & Culture: Ecobank Nigeria and AD Consulting launched “The Convergence” to bring artists and architects together to preserve African cultural heritage.