Rwanda Climate Push: Rwanda unveiled NDC 3.0, targeting a 53% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 (up from 38% by 2030), and says it needs about $12bn financing to deliver the plan. EAC Ebola Coordination: East African Community health ministers agreed to harmonise Ebola surveillance and protective measures at airports, ports and land borders, set up a regional technical taskforce, and deploy mobile labs across partner states. Ebola Response Funding: Germany’s KfW pledged KSh150m (€1m) to support the EAC Ebola response, including mobile laboratories, diagnostics and lab training. Regional Travel Integration: More African countries are easing visa barriers for fellow Africans, with Congo announcing visa-free entry for African passport holders from Jan 1, 2027, following moves by Togo and Ghana. US Visa Processing Shake-up: The US plans to cut Africa visa processing embassies and consulates from nearly 50 to 20 hubs, raising costs and travel burdens for applicants. MTN Leadership Overhaul: MTN announced a major executive reshuffle across Africa, promoting Mitwa Ng’ambi to Group Chief People & Culture Officer and triggering CEO changes in key subsidiaries. EV Investment Boost: Spiro secured $215m equity funding to expand battery swapping and energy infrastructure across Africa, including new market entries. Ghana Debt Recovery Goal: Ghana set a 2029 target to regain investment-grade status, aiming to lower borrowing costs and attract more capital after its 2022 debt restructuring. Rwanda-France Genocide Memorial: Rwanda and France inaugurated a genocide memorial in Paris, renewing focus on remembrance and reconciliation. Tech Event Disruption: GSMA postponed MWC26 Kigali, leaving exhibitors and partners waiting for a new date.