South Africa Immigration Politics: The Presidency says illegal migration needs collaboration, rejecting blame games as protests over undocumented arrivals continue and officials warn of misinformation and intimidation. Returnee Support in Zimbabwe: In Bulawayo, church and community groups back Zimbabwean returnees at the UCCSA transit centre, while the AfDB assesses Bulawayo projects including the SEDWAY textile factory. Regional Borders as Development: Zambia and Zimbabwe marked Africa Border Day at Lake Kariba, with buoys and safer navigation framed as practical steps for trade and peace. South Africa Governance & Courts: President Ramaphosa’s impeachment fight heads to the Western Cape High Court as he questions whether Parliament has enough grounds to proceed. Energy Security: South Africa drafts rules for a major strategic fuel stockpile to cushion energy shocks. Nigeria Politics & Accountability: Opposition ADC demands Works Minister David Umahi step aside over a death at his residence, while EFCC warns that terror financing and illicit flows threaten democracy. Visa Diplomacy: Israel lists seven African countries for visa-free tourist entry, and Zambia publishes its 2026 visa-free list. Health Crisis: Ebola in Congo hits 2,011 cases with 754 deaths as health workers strike over pay. Tech & Connectivity: Amazon says it will launch Amazon Leo satellite internet in South Africa in 2027. Mining & Jobs: AfDB and local partners push youth and women employability projects in Bulawayo.