Liberia Local Governance & Development: County Superintendents are being urged to drive grassroots progress in Education, Health, Roads, and Agriculture, turning national plans like the ARREST agenda into measurable local results. Liberia Economic Stability: Liberia met most WAMZ convergence targets for a second year, with inflation the last primary hurdle, as it moves toward full macroeconomic alignment. Liberia Digital Identity: A US$54.7m digital ID deal is signed but still waiting on legislative approval before implementation can start. Liberia Banking Risks: The Central Bank of Liberia will convene a national conference on non-performing loans to unlock credit and protect growth. Liberia Public Finance: A World Bank review projects Liberia could gain 3.9%–5.3% of GDP in fiscal space by 2030 if reforms stick. Ebola Response (DRC): In Ituri, Ebola burial teams say they’re at breaking point as workload rises and communities resist new safety rules. Kenya Elections & Justice: Kenya’s DPP approved graft charges over Sh330m CHAN funds, including former Sports PS Peter Kaberia. Kenya Migration Crackdown: Kenya begins enforcement of a crackdown on undocumented hawkers and small traders, offering a permit route for affected foreigners. Political Parties: Ethiopia will host the African Political Parties Summit in November, focusing on parties as architects of economic transformation. Rights & Democracy Debate: A new commentary argues treason charges across Africa are increasingly used against political opponents, raising questions about whether democracy is “on trial.” Trade & Market Access: Lesotho exporters get a reprieve as the US extends AGOA duty-free access to 2028. Sudan Conflict Accountability: A Sudanese coalition urges the UN to name countries backing the SAF and renew its fact-finding mission.