Mali–Algeria Reset: Mali’s PM visits Algeria as both sides try to lock in a fragile thaw after a drone-triggered rift and the reopening of airspace and ambassadors. Nigeria Fuel Subsidy Fight: Nigeria’s information minister warns that restoring petrol subsidy would worsen the economy and damage investor confidence, as opposition figures keep pressure on Tinubu ahead of 2027. MTN Fintech Momentum: MTN reports fintech revenue growth and rising transaction volumes, aiming to scale into a broader digital financial ecosystem and add 50m customers. Kenya Insurance Upswing: Kenya Re’s half-year profit jumps 42.8% to Sh2.25bn on stronger underwriting, cushioning weaker investment income. Education Sector Results: South Africa’s ADvTECH posts 16% earnings growth on higher enrolments and improved margins, with continued campus expansion and AI-enabled learning. Property Market Stress: Grit Real Estate Income Group is suspended from the London Stock Exchange after delays in audited results, highlighting governance and reporting pressure. Agrifood Nutrition Push: FAO stresses horticulture’s role in healthier diets and resilient livelihoods, urging policy to move beyond food quantity. Critical Minerals Deal Watch: Orion Critical Mineral Consortium is reportedly negotiating a major nickel investment in Tanzania’s Kabanga project, with US and UAE backing. South Africa Business & Courts: A KwaZulu-Natal businessman is remanded over alleged Firearms Control Act breaches after an inspection found storage and registration issues.