US Travel Advisory: The U.S. updated its Level 4 “Do Not Travel” warning for Niger, citing severe security risks for Americans. Education Connectivity: Airtel Africa says it will connect 5,000 schools across its markets to free internet by 2027 with UNICEF support, building on thousands of schools already linked. Mali–Sahel Security: Mali’s government claims it broke a rebel blockade around the strategic Anéfis base, while also alleging Al-Qaeda-linked militants receive training and drones from Ukrainian specialists. AES Regional Push: Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger’s Sahel bloc (AES) reviewed progress on its second-year roadmap, urging faster execution and stronger funding. Niger Politics & Inclusion: Niger State Governor Umaru Bago renewed calls for fairness in governance, including appointing women as vice chairpersons in all 25 local councils, and urged RMAFC to include Niger State in a 13.5% derivation formula. Niger Online Governance: Niger State fixed broken links on its MDAs webpage after a media watchdog flagged that most ministry buttons were non-functional. Health Alert: Buruli ulcer reportedly killed seven in Niger State’s Munya area, prompting isolation and emergency response measures.