Red Sea Shipping Security: Italy says it will escort merchant vessels through Bab el-Mandeb without waiting for an EU mission, as Yemen conflict keeps pressure on global trade lanes. Arctic Logistics & Trade: Russia’s Trans-Arctic Transport Corridor and the Northern Sea Route are gaining momentum as a shorter Europe-Asia shipping alternative, with container services expanding. Kenya Transport & Imports: Kenya moves to tighten scrutiny of medical equipment imports after concerns that costly devices sit idle due to spare parts, power and maintenance gaps. Road Safety & Flooding: KwaZulu-Natal traffic updates warn of flooded roads and crashes affecting the N3 and N2, with motorists urged to drive cautiously. Public Transport Affordability: South Africa’s National Taxi Alliance warns of national protests over rising operating costs, pushing for fuel rebates and cheaper financing. Electric Mobility Infrastructure: Africa’s electric mobility shift is moving from pilots to commercial adoption, driving demand for charging, battery-swapping and fleet power systems. Nigeria Energy Transition Funding: Nigeria’s $400bn net-zero energy transition plan faces a major funding test, with stakeholders pointing to capital and deployment risks. Dangote Refinery IPO: Kano’s Emir Sanusi urges retail investors to buy into Dangote’s “people’s IPO,” running until Oct 13. Trade Facilitation: DHL and ITC renew partnership to help SMEs—especially women-led firms—trade across borders with logistics support. Port/Shipping Capacity: CU Lines orders two 14,000 teu container ships, signaling fleet expansion for East Africa and wider routes.