US–South Africa Visa Clash: Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced new visa restrictions targeting people Washington says enable “race-based discrimination,” incite violence, or facilitate land confiscation without compensation, escalating a feud Pretoria denies. Public Safety & Gender Violence: South African police intensified the hunt after the discovery of at least eight women’s bodies near Johannesburg, with officials warning of possible serial killings. Energy Security: Business leaders warn South Africa is “sleepwalking” toward a gas crisis as Mozambique-linked supply may fall short for industry after 2030, threatening jobs and investment. Constitutional Accountability: Kenya’s Katiba Day spotlighted a missing government audit of the 2010 constitution’s implementation, despite earlier monitoring efforts. Food Systems & Farming Finance: IGAD called for coordinated, large-scale investment to strengthen resilient food systems across the Horn, while farmers push for cheaper, accessible finance. Local Production Push: Ghana’s agriculture minister launched a tomato self-sufficiency drive to cut imports and build a year-round domestic value chain. Regional Capital Markets: Kenya’s Africa Capital Week urged deeper capital markets to fund long-term projects amid high debt burdens. Sports Diplomacy: Nairobi won the 2029 World Athletics Championships bid, a major political and economic moment for Kenya and Africa. Governance & Justice: Ramaphosa appointed Adrian Mopp as Western Cape DPP, as prosecution leadership changes continue. Labour Politics: South Africa’s Labour Court cleared Mike Shingange to take part in Cosatu leadership elections after a congress collapse. Tech & Youth Online Safety: South Africa said it has no plan for a blanket under-16 social media ban, citing lack of proof for effectiveness. Cartography Politics: A UN vote backed proportional mapping that better reflects Africa’s true size, drawing US opposition.