Dangote IPO Backlash: Kano Emir Sanusi II defended Dangote Refinery’s “People’s IPO,” calling it a wealth-democratising move and urging Kano investors to take part. Creative Economy Push: President Tinubu met Vincent Bolloré in Paris to expand investment in Nigeria’s film, entertainment, fibre optics and digital economy—aiming at jobs and lasting value from Nollywood and Afrobeats. Energy & Jobs: GameChange Energy commissioned its Genius Tracker™ system for South Africa’s Mooi Plaats solar PV plant, supporting large-scale renewables and thousands of construction jobs. Power Reliability Reality Check: Nigeria’s electricity minister’s “progress” claims were challenged by figures showing many LGAs and 20,000+ communities still lack reliable power. Custody Deaths Probe Demand: Nigeria’s ADC demanded independent autopsies and transparent investigation into 37 suspected illegal miners who died in NSCDC custody. Labour Migration Rules: South Africa opened public comments on the Employment Services Amendment Bill to regulate hiring of foreign nationals via sector/region quotas. Digital Identity & AI Governance: UNESCO urged global cooperation on AI literacy and ocean science ahead of UNGA, linking education and responsible AI. Agribusiness Investment: Senegal’s Sadio Mané backs a mango agro-industrial park to process and export fruit, targeting about 1,000 jobs. Work Permits Clarified: Canada outlined two work-permit routes at ports of entry—employer-specific (job offer required) and open permits (limited circumstances). Sport Funding Gap: Namibia’s sport profile launch flagged that the country spends under 1% of public funds on sport while most people remain inactive. Women’s Safety in Cities: A UN-Habitat-linked piece argues safety is infrastructure—lighting, transport and public space design—not just policing.