Indigenous Youth & Culture: Cultural Survival announced its 2026 cohort of Indigenous Youth Fellows, highlighting community projects across Africa and Asia on climate, language, land protection, media and storytelling. South Africa Court Showdown: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s urgent bid to pause the impeachment process heads to the Western Cape High Court, with committee chair Makashule Gana set to attend. Nigeria PFIPC Probe Escalates: Police arrested PFIPC DG Adeniyi Adeyemi after a court order, reigniting calls to investigate Senate oversight and allegations involving Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila. Nigeria State Police Bill Reworked: The House rescinded its earlier state police resolution and passed a revised executive bill for second reading. Gaza Power Question: Hamas says it has stepped back from governing Gaza, but analysts doubt real authority will shift as disarmament and Israeli approval loom. Energy & Jobs Watch: Nigeria’s Dangote refinery continues to shape the energy transition debate, while government also backed Shell’s enhanced tax credit for a major deepwater project. Ghana Mining Push: Ghana’s artisanal gold output is projected to top 2025’s record as reforms curb smuggling and boost FX earnings. Climate Stress: Kenya faces a potential maize shortage as drought worsens crop conditions in key growing areas. South Sudan Oil Financing: South Sudan regained limited access to crude-backed advance financing after a partial settlement with BB Energy. Electoral Tension (Nigeria): INEC says three parties failed to upload presidential candidate names before the portal deadline.