Red Sea Security & Trade: A new assessment warns that the Bab el-Mandeb risk is rising after Houthi control of Yemen’s Red Sea coastline, with Egypt and Djibouti facing the most immediate economic exposure and Ethiopia hit indirectly through the Djibouti corridor. Nigeria Monetary Policy: Nigeria’s central bank cut the benchmark rate from 26.5% to 23%, signaling monetary easing as inflation moderates and FX conditions improve, though analysts want more cuts to boost credit to small businesses. Ogun Deep Sea Port: Nigeria’s Ogun State says construction on the $7bn Gateway Deep Sea Port and Blue Marine SEZ will start in November with near-completion targeted in about 2.5 years, backed by DP World. West Africa Food Security: An Oceana-led study argues that more equitable fishing access deals could keep nutrient-rich fish in West Africa, potentially helping millions facing malnutrition. Ethiopia Conflict & Logistics: Fighting between Ethiopia’s federal forces and the TPLF intensifies as the UN General Assembly meets, raising fears of wider regional spillovers and pressure on trade routes. Digital Finance in Africa: Airtel Money eyes Middle East partnerships and possible UAE dual listing as it pushes growth beyond Africa. South Africa Crime Probe: Police investigate a Lwandle shisanyama shooting that killed 10, with investigators considering possible business rivalry as a motive. Namibia Jobs Tech: Namibia’s AI-focused hiring platform AISODX Hire is pitching verified AI talent matching to cut job-search costs and barriers. Angola Transport Push: Angola signs deals to modernize rail, expand EV charging, and build a digital data platform for strategic projects under its transport and logistics summit.