Sports Tourism & Jobs: Zimbabwe’s Econet Victoria Falls Marathon targets record turnout, with organisers expecting 5,000+ runners from 40+ countries on July 5, boosting destination visibility and local spending. Climate & Cities: Nairobi kicked off the Innovate4Cities climate conference with street-art murals co-created by residents, reinforcing the push for resilient, inclusive urban spaces. Water Security: Haleon Kenya and the Upper Tana–Nairobi Water Fund Trust unveiled a three-year watershed stewardship plan to protect the Upper Tana catchment that supplies nearly 95% of Nairobi’s water. Mobility & Health Culture: Kenya’s Jubilee Live Free Race (sixth edition) is set to draw 5,500+ cyclists, with a redesigned route and category tweaks aimed at a smoother rider experience. Trade & Finance: EBID welcomed the AfDB as its first institutional shareholder, adding $30m equity and a $70m credit line for renewable energy projects across West Africa. Aviation & Connectivity: Air Peace won approval for direct Nigeria–Brazil flights and is preparing further routes to Canada, the US and China. Data Privacy in Aid: A ProPublica report says U.S. health deals may require access to Africans’ private data, raising sovereignty and consent concerns. Energy Risk: A China-Africa energy security analysis warns Gulf-driven shocks are already hitting fuel, currencies and fertiliser imports, threatening food security. Market Shock: Two people died in a Gikomba market fire as traders count losses and livelihoods are disrupted.