Energy Security: Deadly protests over high fuel prices in Kenya, Comoros and Mozambique underline how fast oil shocks spread when East Africa imports nearly all refined petroleum—oil reserves are running low, and unrest could flare again. Clean Energy & Skills: Kenya’s geothermal push gets a boost as the 2029 World Geothermal Congress is set for Nairobi, spotlighting Olkaria’s leadership in Africa’s clean power race. Djibouti-Ethiopia Corridor: Djibouti’s port economy is tightly tied to Ethiopia’s trade—corridor cargo drives most port activity and a large share of Djibouti’s income, making corridor reliability a shared tech-and-logistics priority. Digital Infrastructure: China’s “Digital Silk Road” is expanding fiber, data centers and satellite links across Africa, with Djibouti highlighted as part of a growing digital backbone. Regional Stability: As peace missions shrink, Eastern Africa still supplies a big share of troop-contributing countries, keeping the region central to global peacekeeping. Horn of Africa Politics: Ethiopia’s 7th general election is framed as a major democratic test, with reports of delays, security incidents and restrictions on press coverage. Climate Watch: The WMO warns El Niño is likely to develop June–August 2026, with higher temperatures and shifting rainfall risks for eastern and southern Africa. Scholarships: Applications open for the Helmut Schmidt Programme in Germany, supporting master’s study in public policy and governance for future leaders from eligible developing countries.