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The WHO has declared mpox a global public health emergency once again, signalling a renewed global health concern. Namibia breaks away from South Africa's rate decisions, marking a shift in its monetary policy approach. Sudan's hopes for a cease-fire dwindle as the army skips crucial peace talks, and the Nigerian military intensifies its crackdown on illegal oil activities with a major operation in the Niger Delta.

South Africa's unemployment rate edges up to 33.5% in Q2, sparking economic concerns, while the Mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has led to a Pan-African health emergency declaration. Smaller African economies like Rwanda and Ghana are attracting increased investment, and Sudan faces a worsening humanitarian crisis as conflict continues to devastate the region.

Zambia's copper exports face disruption as a trade dispute with Congo escalates, Sudan's peace talks show signs of progress amid ongoing violence, Kenya's Finance Minister pushes for tax and payroll reforms to tackle the deficit, and Turkey strengthens its diplomatic role in Africa by hosting high-level talks with Somalia and Ethiopia.