South Africa Violence: Police say the death toll from weekend mass shootings has climbed to 28, after another victim died in hospital following attacks in and around Johannesburg and Cape Town, as residents brace for more violence and migrants fear renewed attacks ahead of a September 30 deadline. Women’s Safety: In Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg, authorities found another woman’s body, bringing recent female victims in the area to 11, with a suspect arrested as fears of serial killings grow. Ethiopia–Horn Tensions: Ethiopia’s army chief accused Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of backing Tigray rebels amid renewed fighting and fresh displacement, while the claims were denied. Human Rights Diplomacy: South Africa welcomed an African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights Promotion Mission, setting up high-level talks with government, Parliament, civil society and UN agencies. Development Finance for Women: The AfDB launched AFAWA learning on expanding women entrepreneurs’ access to finance, including digital finance visits in Côte d’Ivoire. Food & Health: FAO urged African nations to scale agro-ecology, while a study highlights how more equitable fishing access could improve nutrient intake in West Africa. Tanzania–Visa Update: Tanzania removed Nigeria from its referred visa category, cutting processing to about 10 days. Cameroon Urban Resilience: AFD is identifying new climate-resilience projects for Cameroon’s cities, with possible Green Climate Fund support. Culture & Sports: King Promise fronts Dierre’s West Africa security campaign; Kenya’s Emerging Stars beat Tanzania 4-1 in the U23 AFCON qualifier first leg.