Zambia Election Watch: With the Aug. 13 vote days away, Zambia’s race is tightening between President Hakainde Hichilema’s UPND and newcomer Brian Mundubile’s Tonse-Pamodzi alliance, as students and observers intensify activity and voters focus on the cost of living. Rights and Due Process: A rights-focused commentary warns Zambia’s democracy is slipping, alleging political detainees are being held without proper court process. Climate Diplomacy: African climate negotiators are meeting in Accra to lock in priorities for COP31, including finance, adaptation, just transition, technology transfer and Article 6 implementation. Nigeria Security: Nigerian troops under Operation HADIN KAI repelled an ISWAP attack on a Borno base in Gajiram, killing attackers and recovering weapons. Migration Pressure in Europe: Spain cancelled leave for troops in Ceuta amid fears of another migrant surge, while Ceuta’s leadership demands detention and faster expulsion for thousands still stranded. Public Health: US State Department says it revoked 175,000+ visas under Trump’s crackdown, citing crimes and visa violations. Civic Debate in Nigeria: Osun election coverage sparks protest after AAC says it was excluded from an Arise News town hall.