Xenophobia & Repatriation: South Africa’s Home Affairs confirmed the repatriation of 268 Nigerian nationals, with 586 processed for return and a second flight due June 15, after anti-foreigner violence and threats over residency papers. Immigration Politics: The crackdown is also driving wider regional diplomatic friction as Nigerians and other Africans are evacuated, while South Africans debate Ramaphosa’s immigration stance and communities oppose anti-immigration marches. World Cup, Visas & Governance: FIFA President Gianni Infantino urged “chill, relax” over US visa denials affecting an African referee, stressing FIFA can’t overrule host governments—while the tournament opens in Mexico City amid political scrutiny. Ebola Watch: The DRC and Uganda’s Ebola outbreak has surpassed 600 cases, prompting US attention and travel-related precautions. Energy Transition Finance: Standard Bank says renewable-energy financing in Africa surged in 2025, backing solar, wind and storage as capital shifts. Built-Environment Safety: South Africa deployed 248 newly trained building inspectors to strengthen municipal oversight after deadly collapses. Regional Security Cooperation: ECOWAS and the AU began technical talks in Abuja to deepen early-warning and conflict prevention systems. Business & Connectivity: Botswana hosts AviaDev Africa to boost aviation links; Standard Bank backs Dangote Refinery’s IPO plans; digital trade and AfCFTA implementation featured at Biashara Afrika. Education & Mobility: Brazil’s CAPES-Move Africa launches scholarships for 2,600 African postgraduate students.