World Cup Shockwaves: Morocco held Brazil to a 1-1 draw in Group C as Ismael Saibari scored early and Vinicius Jr equalised, while Scotland topped the group after beating Haiti 1-0—another reminder that African teams are ready to compete at the highest level. Football Governance: Morocco says it will stop bidding to host CAF tournaments after the controversial AFCON 2025 final saga, insisting it wants other countries to take over. Borno Security & Reintegration: Borno officials announced forgiveness and reintegration of repentant Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters after Quranic oaths of non-violence, following de-radicalisation and vocational steps—sparking fresh debate over mass surrender programmes. HIV/AIDS Funding Pressure: A UN report warns HIV prevention is being set back by major cuts, with fewer people receiving PrEP and condoms funding slashed, risking backsliding even as treatment numbers rise. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt’s PM met Uzbekistan’s FM to expand trade, investment and cooperation, including talks on a chamber of commerce and possible preferential trade deal. EU Clean Energy Push: The EU launched a Mediterranean clean-tech initiative aiming to mobilise up to €29bn by 2035 to boost renewables, hydrogen and modern power networks. Nigeria Security Debate: Gowon faced backlash after remarks distancing himself from responsibility for the Northern pogroms and civil war, with critics saying he cannot escape command-era accountability.