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Port Cybersecurity: African port leaders are calling for shared standards and intelligence to guard against cyberattacks that could disrupt cargo and trade. Regional Trade: Aliko Dangote’s group has bought a 25% stake in Kenya’s petroleum pipeline network and is pursuing distribution projects across the continent. Health Innovation: A Lagos hospital’s weekly robotic surgery programme is bringing advanced prostate cancer treatment closer to home and could save patients up to $20,000 in overseas costs per procedure. Digital Learning: UNICEF, Airtel Africa and Nigeria’s government have expanded digital learning to nearly 2,000 schools, reaching about one million students. Youth and Sport: Senegal plans to use Dakar’s 2026 Youth Olympic Games to build a sports industry, create opportunities for young people and raise Africa’s profile in the Olympic movement.

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Oct. 19, 2026

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