Malawi Rescue: A British woman kidnapped in Malawi was freed in a police operation in Blantyre that killed four suspected kidnappers in a shootout, with a senior officer wounded. Health Systems: Kenya moves to tighten scrutiny of imported medical equipment after reports of costly devices lying idle due to spare parts, power, maintenance and skills gaps. Child Cancer Access: WHO-backed strategy highlights how childhood cancer survival hinges on uninterrupted access to essential medicines, with East Africa reporting frequent chemotherapy stockouts. Regional Integration: ECOWAS biometric identity cards are set to ease travel and trade across member states, with agencies urging public awareness to build trust. UN Sanctions Deadlock: Russia and China veto a UN bid to extend expert monitoring of Iran sanctions, ending the panel’s mandate amid deep geopolitical divisions. Agriculture & Food Security: Women farmers demand rights-based, climate-resilient food policies at the UN, while Kenya launches a school meals project pushing agroecology and healthier local diets. Trade & Industry: China urges deeper textile cooperation with Africa to turn raw fibres into jobs and exports, as East Africa CEOs warn logistics and non-tariff barriers are still blocking investment. Mining & Economy: Nigeria reports 37 suspected illegal miners dead in custody in Niger state, while Côte d’Ivoire’s Aurum strikes high-grade gold near Boundiali. Education Reform: Nigeria’s JAMB sets up a committee to review UTME and add life skills and critical thinking.