UN & AI Governance: UN chief António Guterres urged a ban on “killer robots,” warning AI chips are already moving into battlefields and calling for international law to keep lethal decisions human. Horn of Africa Infrastructure & Jobs: An OpEd argues the region’s chronic underinvestment in roads, ports and power traps countries in “jobless growth,” and says guarantees and better governance are key to unlocking large infrastructure finance. IMF Debt Snapshot: A report lists African countries with the biggest IMF loans, showing how debt dependence remains a major macro risk across the continent. Red Sea Trade Shock Risk: Multiple reports focus on Yemen’s Houthis announcing a “maritime embargo”/blockade affecting Bab el-Mandeb, a chokepoint between Yemen and Djibouti/Eritrea, raising fears of higher shipping and fuel costs. Eritrea’s Red Sea Stance: Egypt and Eritrea rejected foreign interference in Red Sea security, stressing littoral states should control maritime governance. Eritrea-linked Mining Investment: Alpha Exploration started drilling at its Aburna Gold Project in Eritrea’s Kerkasha licence, targeting expansion of shallow gold zones and new prospects. Trade & Business Networks: PACCI elected Tanzania’s TNCC vice president Vincent Minja for East Africa, with Eritrea included in the regional representation. Youth & Innovation Spotlight: A profile highlights Eritrean tech entrepreneur Isaias Okbai and his push to build skills and tech capacity at home.