World Football Shock: UEFA voted to boycott the World Cup and all FIFA tournaments unless FIFA drops plans to sell minority stakes to private investors via a new “FIFA Forward Enterprise” valued at up to $20bn, escalating a global backlash. Migration Crisis at Ceuta: Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta declared an emergency after thousands of migrants—mainly from Morocco—crossed by sea, with reception centres overwhelmed and officials warning of operational collapse. Ebola in DRC: The Democratic Republic of Congo reported over 1,500 Ebola deaths and 3,442 cases as the outbreak spreads, with contact tracing still below WHO containment targets. Ghana Justice Backlash: Ghana’s Court of Appeal acquitted a former MASLOC CEO in a major corruption case, sparking public anger over perceived “two-tier” justice. Nigeria Politics in Court: Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer warned prosecuting Omoyele Sowore near elections is a “dangerous gamble,” citing past political trials’ destabilising effects. Kenya Governance Talk: President William Ruto called for a national conversation to set Kenya’s next long-term development vision beyond Vision 2030. Ghana Constitutional Moves: Ghana’s government accepted extending the presidential term to five years and lowering the minimum age for candidates to 35, with referendum steps expected in 2027. Kenya Economy Claim: Ruto said reforms have stabilised Kenya’s economy and rebuilt reserves after four years of changes. Zimbabwe Protests Warning: Zimbabwe deployed ministers and security officials to discourage July 31 protests against a constitutional amendment extending terms. DRC Mining/Exploration Push: Zimbabwe’s VP Chiwenga urged deeper mineral exploration investment to secure future critical-minerals gains. Animal Health Alert: India’s Kohima district in Nagaland confirmed African Swine Fever at Rütsie and Mezoma, imposing movement bans and closing markets.