Digital Economy & PR: Abidjan-based AMA has been named the exclusive Pan-African PR partner for DASA 2026 in Accra, a summit bringing together C-suite leaders and regulators to discuss blockchain, tokenization, stablecoins, Web3 and digital-asset rules. Climate & Health Systems: UK climate-health work highlights how flooding, storms, extreme heat and strained healthcare systems interact as compounding risks for ageing populations. Cyber/Foreign Influence: The UK refuses to release files on an Israeli firm accused of meddling in Scotland’s election, with France’s digital-interference watchdog previously linking the case to operations affecting elections including Togo. Water Science: A new push to map Africa’s groundwater aims to guide safe pumping and resilience as droughts and downpours grow more erratic. AI in Health Finance: XiFin and Notable Systems announce a multi-year alliance to deliver agentic AI for revenue cycle management using document intelligence and workflow orchestration. Energy Resilience: Malawi’s grid-scale lithium battery storage is credited with stabilizing solar power after major hydropower losses. Togo in Regional Tech & Youth: The African Youth Survey 2026 reports Togolese youth rank among Africa’s most positive toward China, the U.S. and the EU, alongside strong demand to make business creation easier. Digital VAT Reform: WATAF convenes nearly 400 participants to modernize VAT administration across West Africa using digital innovation. Mobility Startup: Moove becomes Africa’s most valuable mobility unicorn at $2.1bn after a $250m Series C, expanding autonomous fleet operations. Open Borders Push: Chad and the Republic of Congo plan to scrap visa requirements for all Africans from Jan 1, 2027.