Ekiti Governorship Fallout: In Nigeria’s Ekiti election, APC’s Biodun Oyebanji won early polling-unit contests, while ADC candidate Dare Bejide and others alleged vote buying and intimidation, including claims of cash inducements and an assault on a driver; Yiaga Africa also warned of mismatches between ballot papers, result sheets and candidate lists, raising concerns about INEC material consistency. Trade & Connectivity: Nigeria launched a dedicated air cargo route linking it with East and Southern Africa, aiming to boost exporters and AfCFTA-aligned supply chains. Aviation Expansion: Ethiopian Airlines took delivery of its first De Havilland Twin Otter 300-G to improve regional access to remote areas. Climate Finance Push (Ghana): FSD Africa, the UK and GIIF launched a £5m Green Project Preparation Facility to help developers prepare bankable, climate-aligned infrastructure projects. Reparations Momentum (Ghana): Ghana welcomed Germany and the Netherlands’ plan to return about 2,000 looted slave-era artefacts, as African and Caribbean leaders renewed calls for formal apologies and reparatory justice. Blue Economy & Jobs (North Africa): Morocco’s Marrakech Parliamentary Economic Forum heard calls to grow jobs through the blue economy, backed by stronger legislative and financing frameworks. Ebola Warning: Africa CDC and partners flagged critical gaps as Ebola deaths topped 200, urging faster, better-resourced response. Sports & Culture: Tunisia opened the first phase of the 10th Special Olympics MENA Games in Sousse, while Africa Oyé returned to Liverpool celebrating African music and culture.