AU & Conflict Prevention: Human Rights Watch warns northern Ethiopia’s Tigray tensions are testing whether the AU can turn early warning into action, urging renewed engagement, a review of the mediation setup, and public reporting on civilian abuse claims. Governance & Justice: South Africa’s Biko inquest continues amid fears missing files and dead witnesses may block the full truth, as families press for accountability decades late. Anti-Money Laundering: GIABA urges West African religious leaders to use their moral authority to fight money laundering and terrorism financing, saying preaching must be backed by visible leadership. Women in Politics: Nigeria’s INEC tells parties to move from declarations to concrete steps to boost women’s participation ahead of 2027, citing a sharp drop from women voters to women candidates. Health Systems: Tanzania’s PM warns Africa’s dependence on imported medicines leaves health systems exposed, calling for investment in local manufacturing. Digital & Tech Sovereignty: Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed calls on African countries and youth to embrace technological sovereignty and shape the continent’s digital future. International Representation: The UN backs “Correct the Map,” with 164 votes for more accurate world maps showing Africa’s true size, while the US stands alone against. Somalia Security Transition: Somalia holds a domestic security conference as AU drawdown and support closures loom, with the government projecting it can manage the transition. Civil Society & Rights: Kenya’s CSOs warn crackdowns on foreign informal traders could fuel discrimination and xenophobic tensions across the EAC. Humanitarian Funding: Americares announces a record $50m donation to expand medicines in high-need areas after US aid cuts.