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1. South Africa: Africa's Waste Pickers Demand Recognition in Climate Action

   [allAfrica] As COP31 puts zero waste on the climate agenda, waste pickers across Africa say the continent's circular-economy transition cannot succeed without the people who already recover and recycle much of what it throws away.

2. Africa: Africa Made It: Turning Africa's Cotton Wealth into Jobs, Industry and Economic Power

   [allAfrica] Africa produces cotton, inspires global fashion and boasts a vibrant creative industry. Yet much of the economic value generated from these resources is captured beyond the continent. Launched during CANEX WKND 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria, the Africa Made It campaign seeks to change that narrative by promoting local manufacturing, strengthening Africa's textile value chain and encouraging consumers to support African-made products.

3. Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Ebola Outbreak - Armed Groups Unrest Hold Back Response

   [UN News] The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to spread amid repeated and ongoing deadly attacks on civilians and frontline health workers by armed groups that are obstructing efforts to stop transmission, UN responders said on Friday.

4. Rwanda: Kigali Wetlands Will Protect 220,000 People From Floods, Says PM

   [New Times] Rehabilitation of five wetlands in Kigali will reduce flood risks for more than 220,000 residents while creating public green spaces, jobs and livelihood opportunities, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva said at the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Türkiye.

5. Nigeria: 2027 Lagos State Governorship Debate - How the Candidates Fared

   [Premium Times] The Lagos State governorship candidates fielded questions on the economy, housing, transportation, infrastructure, health, flooding, and other areas where the state faces challenges.