Kenya–China Security Tensions: A US defence report claims China may seek a military base in Kenya, but China rejects it as Cold War scare tactics, renewing debate over foreign troop footprints. Somalia Regional Trade Push: Somalia wrapped a Mogadishu workshop to craft a strategy for regional integration and trade corridors, focusing on ports, roads and border crossings to move goods and investment. Somalia–Galkayo Political Flashpoint: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s visit to Dhusamareb includes troop commissioning and consultations, while Puntland puts forces on alert over fears of renewed discord around Galkayo. Nigeria 2027 Court Battle: Atiku Abubakar personally deposed in Abuja, suing to bar President Tinubu from the 2027 race over alleged NYSC certificate forgery, asking the court to disqualify Tinubu and the APC. Osun Election Readiness: Yiaga Africa says preparations for Saturday’s Osun governorship vote are broadly on track but flags BVAS fingerprint/face recognition glitches and last-minute ballot reprints. Anti-Corruption Focus: Nigeria’s ICPC chief says anti-graft must shift from arrests to stronger integrity systems that protect investment and economic stability. Capital Markets Crackdown: Nigeria’s SEC orders capital market operators to freeze assets linked to designated terrorism financiers, while admitting blockchain into its regulatory incubation programme. Health Alert: Ghana reports most liver cancer cases are linked to chronic hepatitis B, urging earlier testing and treatment. DRC–Rwanda Peace Monitoring: DRC and Rwanda, with US and AU mediator Togo, agreed steps to strengthen monitoring of Washington Accords implementation, including a trilateral planning conference in October. Africa Tech Policy: Cameroon and Burundi experts call for bigger investment in digital infrastructure, skills and clearer regulation to unlock innovation and jobs. Sports & Culture: Kenya’s deputy president urges arts and sports to be embedded in education, while Malawi’s women’s team reaches the Wafcon final after beating Algeria 3–1.