Ebola Surge in DR Congo: The AU’s health agency says DR Congo has recorded over 5,000 Ebola cases, with 2,378 deaths, warning the outbreak is far from under control as conflict and weak health systems fuel spread. Syria Diplomacy: Switzerland is opening a cooperation office in Damascus, signaling renewed engagement after the Assad era, with Syrian officials showing openness to Swiss ties. Liberia Drug Crackdown: Liberia has charged former VP Jewel Howard-Taylor with drug trafficking and money laundering, as authorities expand a crackdown on transnational drug networks. Horn of Africa Security Buffering: A new analysis says Eritrea is extending its security frontier through training and militia networks across eastern Sudan and toward Ethiopia’s Tigray. Nigeria Accountability Debate: A Liberian rights voice urges due process over public allegations in a case linked to Liberia’s NPA MD. Ghana Fisheries Transparency: Ghana is designated a Fisheries Transparency Initiative implementing country, boosting access to fisheries information and stakeholder participation. Road and Infrastructure Push (Nigeria): Nigeria’s FEC approved about ₦438bn for road projects and trailer park concessions nationwide. Kenya Church-State Tension: Cardinal John Onaiyekan says he is not intimidated by the Presidency after speaking on bishops’ concerns, defending citizens’ right to criticize government. Tanzania Media Curbs: Tanzania suspends Mwanahalisi newspaper for six months over licensing and editorial balance issues. Liberia Accepts Deportees: Liberia agrees to take up to 1,200 third-country deportees from the US over a year, with asylum options and support for migration systems. Namibia Firearms Amnesty: Namibia renews an amnesty for illegal guns, but rights groups warn it must not become an annual ritual. Wildlife Seizure (India): A viral video triggers an investigation in Erode, leading to seizure of 11 exotic animals, including African serval cats. Ghana-UK Trade Link: A Ghana-Yorkshire summit is set for Bradford to connect investors and exporters in cocoa, minerals, energy and fintech. Kenya Maternal Health Drive: Nairobi Governor Sakaja ties his push for maternal and newborn care to his own premature birth experience. Osun 2027 Election Warnings (Nigeria): ADC leaders urge credible, non-violent elections and warn against abuse of state institutions ahead of 2027.