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1. Africa: The African Union's Corruption Wake-Up Call - Is This the Beginning of Renewal or Just Another Speech?

   [allAfrica] Every so often, a statement emerges from the African Union that makes one pause and wonder whether the institution has finally found its voice.

2. Nigeria: Breaking - Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Freed

   [Premium Times] The pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in Oyo State have been freed, PREMIUM TIMES can report.

3. Nigeria: APC Retains Shettima As Tinubu's Running Mate Ahead of 2027 Election

   [Premium Times] The formal unveiling effectively dispels months of speculation that President Tinubu could replace Mr Shettima with a Northern Christian in response to concerns surrounding the party's Muslim-Muslim ticket.

4. South Sudan: South Sudan - UN Acts Ahead of Drought to Protect Thousands

   [UN News] As drought risk intensifies in South Sudan's Eastern Equatoria state, a new UN-backed plan aims to protect thousands of people before the worst impacts take hold.

5. Sudan: New Cholera Outbreak Alert for Sudan's War-Weary Communities

   [UN News] In war-torn Sudan, a deadly new cholera outbreak has already claimed more than 100 lives, heightening serious concerns for vulnerable communities including in besieged El-Obeid, where daily drone attacks have continued to hamper aid access.