HIV & Returnee Health: South Africa’s deportation crackdown has processed 53,000 migrants, but health experts warn sudden displacement can disrupt HIV treatment for returnees from Malawi, Zimbabwe and Mozambique—raising risks of missed medication and opportunistic infections. Power & Integration: Africa’s grid constraints are coming into focus as demand surges and new generation projects race ahead of transmission—pushing calls for better regional planning and market integration. Political Violence in Kenya: A new report says “goons” are being hired for as little as 500 shillings to disrupt rallies and intimidate opponents, fuelled by poverty and election pressure. Ol Kalou By-Election: Final candidate submissions are underway amid rising tensions, with rights groups and election watchdogs warning about electoral malpractice and respect for court orders. Cost of Living: The World Bank warns job shortages and higher fuel prices could push millions more Kenyans below the poverty line, with many unable to afford basic daily needs. Ebola Preparedness: A planned US-backed Ebola facility visit to Laikipia by legislators has been postponed. Media & AI: StarTimes Kenya says it is testing AI tools to boost production and distribution while keeping local creatives at the centre. Women in Peacebuilding: A Denmark-funded Women, Peace and Security programme launches in 10 counties to boost women’s participation ahead of 2027. Security Update: Police report a shootout in Westlands linked to a viral restaurant robbery, with a suspect killed and a pistol recovered.