Minerals and Jobs: Ghanaian President John Mahama urged African countries to process minerals locally, setting a 2030 goal to end raw-ore exports. He and other leaders say investment in energy, infrastructure and regional processing hubs can keep more value and jobs on the continent. Horn of Africa: Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed warned Eritrea of “severe consequences” over alleged support for rebels, deepening fears that renewed fighting in Tigray could trigger a wider conflict. Trade: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urged the country to prepare for possible exclusion from the US trade deal AGOA, warning of severe job losses as his government seeks alternative markets. Namibia’s Economy: The mining sector is forecast to contract 6.2% this year, as falling diamond output and higher fuel costs outweigh gains in uranium, zinc and gold. Civil Liberties: Central African Republic authorities say five organisers of fuel-price protests will remain in custody, accusing them of links to opposition parties. Families and civil society groups are demanding their release. Football: The Court of Arbitration for Sport expects to rule by the end of November on Senegal’s appeal against the decision to strip it of the 2025 AFCON title and award it to Morocco.