Horn of Africa Tensions: Uppsala University professor Ashok Swain says Eritrea’s leadership is again obstructing regional stability and development, pointing to renewed concerns after reports of Eritrean military activity in Tigray and support for the “Tsimdo” anti-Ethiopia alliance. Regional Security Debate: RSADO warns Egypt’s alignment with Eritrea’s “fragile regime” could worsen instability, describing “Tsimdo” as a destabilizing mechanism meant to weaken states and exploit armed groups. Eritrea’s Development Model: A commentary argues Eritrea must choose a clear development path, saying the country’s mixed-economy vision was never implemented and the current command-style governance lacks the institutions needed for predictable rules and market coordination. Public Finance Capacity: Eritrea’s Office of the Auditor General reports training 75 internal auditors (including 23 women) on risk-based auditing, budget execution, procurement, and the new coordinated financial management system. Youth & Trade Agenda: In Kampala, the B!LL!Now Now Youth Summit drew 1,000+ delegates from 11 countries to push Africa Union Agenda 2063 “Bold Asks” on funding, inclusion, and guaranteed seats, with entrepreneurship and trade among priority areas. Sports Note: South Africa’s FA named Pitso Mosimane as national coach, with matches against Guinea and Eritrea in the 2027 AFCON qualification campaign.