World Cup Kit Clash: FIFA has ordered Egypt to remove the seven AFCON stars from its World Cup jerseys and switch gold numbers to plain white, a fresh headache for the Pharaohs ahead of their opener. Nigeria Security Push: Nigeria’s House of Representatives has passed a constitutional amendment to establish state police, a major step in the long-running debate over how to tackle banditry, kidnapping and insecurity. Ebola Vaccine Race: India’s Serum Institute is fast-tracking an Ebola vaccine candidate targeting the Bundibugyo strain, with support from WHO and Africa CDC, as cases in Central Africa remain a concern. Regional Maritime Control: SADC has taken a big leap in fisheries monitoring, handing over keys to a new Monitoring, Control and Surveillance Coordination Centre in Mozambique to boost blue-economy enforcement. Eldercare Strain in Nigeria: A study from Enugu highlights the emotional and practical burdens facing family caregivers of older adults amid gaps in formal support. Creative Economy in Abia: Abia State plans an Entertainment City in Aba as Governor Alex Otti backs film and tourism growth. Tech Payments in Nigeria: Monnify’s payment gateway says it processed N25tn in 2025, signaling a new battle for control of Nigeria’s payment infrastructure. Africa’s Health Funding: Germany pledged €8m to strengthen East Africa’s Ebola and Mpox preparedness, including lab capacity and surveillance.