Land Restoration & Desertification: At COP17 on desertification, China is pushing its “implementation” playbook—like straw grids that help hold dunes—arguing proven restoration models can be scaled fast. Climate & Wildlife: A new review warns climate change is driving steep declines in migratory birds along the African-Eurasian flyway, with extreme weather hitting survival across the journey. Mining & Disaster Risk: A gold mine landslide in CAR near Cameroon killed over 100 workers, underscoring weak safety around underground tunnels. Fisheries Governance: Ghana earned international recognition for fisheries transparency reforms, boosting access to marine data and stakeholder participation. Energy Transition & Industry: Ghana’s government says it’s ready to move nuclear power beyond aspiration, while South Africa’s green hydrogen-ammonia project is progressing. Regional Infrastructure: Botswana’s Trans-Kalahari Railway has entered procurement after feasibility work, aiming to connect mineral corridors to Walvis Bay. Afrophobia: Nigeria urged action after reporting about 90 Nigerians killed in xenophobic violence in South Africa since 2022. Circular Economy & Skills: Women in Mining Africa is working with Liberia’s education ministry to build a future minerals workforce through early STEM and leadership programs.