AGOA Modernisation: A fresh push to modernise the African Growth and Opportunity Act is back in focus, with the big question being whether trade preferences can still drive broad industrial growth as Africa’s trade, finance and rules keep shifting. Africa–France Summit: In Nairobi, President William Ruto and France’s Emmanuel Macron are pitching a “win-win” Africa–France partnership built on sovereign equality and investment, while leaders also pressed for reforms to the global financial system and better transport, logistics and connectivity. Lesotho Transport Push: In Maseru, a World Bank mission reviewed progress on Lesotho’s Integrated Transport, Trade and Logistics Project, urging faster procurement and smoother coordination for border and aviation components. Disaster & Food Security: Lesotho has started its 15-day Vulnerability Assessment with WFP support, while the Disaster Management Authority is gathering data on flash floods and snow damage to plan relief. Public Services Tech: A Lesotho Senate motion urges AI adoption in Parliament to speed service delivery and improve efficiency. Donor Fragility: Coverage also flags how USAID pullbacks expose weaknesses in donor-funded health systems. Fintech Expansion: Araxi shareholders backed its acquisition of 80% of Pay@, signalling more payments reach across Southern Africa including Lesotho.