Aviation & Infrastructure: Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed says Bishoftu International Airport is setting a “new benchmark” for mega-project delivery, using drones, virtual control rooms and real-time dashboards as thousands of workers build a 30km-scale site. Aviation Payments: Kora has integrated with IATA’s Financial Gateway to simplify airline payments across Africa, aiming to cut FX and settlement headaches. Real Estate (Egypt): Al Ahly Sabbour targets delivery of 1,100+ North Coast residential units in 2026–27, including 600 units this summer at Ras El Hekma. Energy & Environment (Nigeria): A new investigation alleges Shell’s exit from Nigerian onshore operations has coincided with higher gas flaring at assets sold to Renaissance Africa Energy. World Cup Travel & Access: FIFA ticket pricing sparks fresh political pushback in Mexico as officials argue costs are out of reach for many fans. Sports & Tourism (Cape Verde): Cape Verde’s “No Stress” culture and World Cup debut story is drawing attention to the country’s football tourism pull. Tech & Outsourcing (Morocco): Morocco ranks 19th globally for AI outsourcing readiness, placing 5th in Africa. Church Leadership (Chad): Ben Kwashi installed as Area Bishop for Chad, with travel and visa limits shaping where the ceremony took place.