Lamu Refinery Push: Kenya broke ground on the Sh2.2trn Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery in Mokowe, with President Ruto and regional leaders including PM Abiy Ahmed in attendance—aimed at making the region a fuel-processing hub. Land Dispute Risks: The ceremony faces a legal challenge as 133 Lamu residents petitioned over ancestral land claims, with court orders halting activities until an Oct 14 hearing. Nigeria Energy Earnings: NNPCL reported N7.2trn profit for 2025 (up 33%) despite revenue falling 23.4%, citing efficiency gains and market deregulation effects. Cooking Gas Price Hope: Asiko Energy completed a 5,000-tonne LPG terminal in Lagos to blend supplies and cut cooking gas prices. Waste & Recycling: Lagos waste pickers urged stronger recycling policy implementation, calling out gaps between EPR plans and on-the-ground enforcement. Ghana Export Snapshot: Ghana’s non-traditional exports to Africa hit $1.5bn in 2025, led by ECOWAS (Togo top destination). Wildlife Alarm: A Nat Geo documentary highlights Africa’s steep wildlife decline, warning losses are “end of the road” levels. Consumer Costs Watch: South Africa approved a 2.8% private-sector medicine price increase from Thursday. Food & Health Policy: WHO-backed tobacco tax reforms show higher prices can reduce smoking, while Nigeria’s health deal with the US faces renewed calls for full publication. Telecom & Payments: Kenya’s EPRA data shows LPG use rising and electricity demand concentrated in Nairobi, while Nigeria’s market saw a NGX dip on weak sentiment.