Apartheid Justice: Sharpeville massacre survivors in South Africa are launching a legal fight to overturn an indemnity law that shielded perpetrators, reopening a painful chapter of the anti-apartheid struggle. Public Health: South Africa marks World Rabies Day with a “Stronger Together” push, urging dog and cat vaccination, responsible pet ownership, and fast medical action after bites. City Services Reform: Germany and France pledge €300m to back South Africa’s Metro Trading Services Reform, aiming to improve electricity, water, sanitation and waste performance in metros serving 22m people. Climate Risk: South Africa’s weather service warns El Niño will bring below-normal summer rainfall and heat stress, raising risks for crops, livestock and irrigation. Digital Infrastructure for AI: WIOCC secures $300m from AFC and Vision Invest to expand Africa’s open-access fibre, data centres and subsea connectivity, while MTN partners to build “AI-ready” infrastructure across Africa. Elections & Tech: Nigeria’s INEC warns AI-driven disinformation could undermine 2027 polls and plans audits and a mock election. Migration Tensions: Thousands protest in Spain over the Ceuta migrant crisis, with many still stranded a month after the July surge. Fintech Misinformation: OPay sues over viral claims it will shut down in Nigeria, citing fake news and involving security agencies. Sports & Youth: Nigeria wins 35 medals at the Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championships, boosting momentum toward the Dakar Youth Olympics.