Kenya Rights in Courts: A woman with a disability in Kenya is challenging the Kenya Revenue Authority’s decision to detain her imported vehicle, arguing it violates constitutional protections and disability law, and seeking an exemption certificate plus an end to storage and penalty charges. Nigeria Security & Governance: Nigeria’s Cardinal John Onaiyekan urged Tinubu’s government to intensify action against kidnapping, saying authorities have “no excuse” for failing to dismantle the networks behind the violence. Global AI & Climate Tech: China announced 5,000 AI training opportunities for developing countries and an AI governance initiative, plus plans to help 30 countries use an AI meteorological warning system—moves with clear implications for African resilience. Carbon Markets: China and India have declined to back many old UN carbon credit projects, locking out most “zombie credits” from the new UN carbon market. Health Financing in Cameroon: Cameroon is debating how to scale universal health coverage by linking private insurance to the WHO PEN-Plus approach to cover chronic diseases. Maritime Justice: Nigeria’s NSC and NJI will host an international maritime seminar for judges in Abuja, bringing together chief justices and judges across West Africa. Ghana Media & Elections Misinformation: A Ghanaian TikToker was jailed for one year for false claims that President Mahama buried 32 cows to win the 2024 election. Culture & Community: Angola and Uruguay’s Afro-descendant groups strengthened dialogue on identity and anti-discrimination, while Angola’s UN Alliance of Civilizations event enters its final day focused on faith, youth and women in peacebuilding.