Energy & Industry: Angola says it has poured about $99bn into oil over nine years, citing 16 discoveries from 38 exploration wells and 72 new concessions in the pipeline, while stressing a “just” energy transition. Green Growth: Namibia’s green hydrogen push moves forward as SDG Namibia One signs funding with Enersense for the Dâures Green Fertiliser Project, aiming to cut emissions and create rural jobs. Politics & Security: Nigeria’s IPCR urges sustained peacebuilding investment, warning prevention is cheaper than conflict response, as it calls for early warning, justice reform and community resilience. Elections & Democracy: In Nigeria, Save Nigeria Group USA condemns the reported blockade of Peter Obi’s convoy in Benue, while Peter Obi says he won’t personally step down for Atiku—pushing alliance talks to party level. Local Governance & Rights: Kaduna police denies stopping lawful political gatherings, saying it acted over a security situation at Murtala Square amid claims of ADC members being attacked. Mining & Value Capture: Ghana moves to set minimum wage and tender benchmarks for contract mining to curb underbidding and protect workers. Trade & Connectivity: Nigeria and APM Terminals sign an MoU to explore the Badagry deep-seaport, targeting bigger vessels and stronger West African transshipment. Regional Development: Tanzania’s Eyasi-Wembere oil project nears drilling after seismic processing, with compensation and local business opportunities tied to the work.