Agricultural Extension Reform (Nigeria): Nigeria’s agriculture ministry is pushing a shift from supply-driven extension to demand-driven advisory services, arguing farmers need verified, market-linked information tailored to their needs. Food Security & Land Reform (South Africa): A new analysis highlights South Africa’s paradox: national food availability is strong, but household food insecurity persists due to affordability, unemployment, inequality, and stalled land reform. Fisheries & Climate Resilience (Comoros): A World Bank study warns Comoros’ small-scale fisheries are highly exposed to climate impacts like coastal erosion and coral bleaching, urging urgent investment to protect livelihoods. Coffee Producer Costs (Cameroon): Cameroon calls for better pay for coffee farmers facing higher sustainability and traceability compliance costs, warning standards shouldn’t become hidden trade barriers. Agri-Trade Diversification (South Africa/China): South African exporters are increasingly targeting China and other BRICS markets as trade friction rises, with firms working to meet Chinese regulatory requirements. Livestock Feed Deal (Nigeria): UAC Nigeria exits Livestock Feeds in a N19.5bn all-cash sale to Sunbeth, aiming to deepen agro-processing value-chain integration. Wildlife & Conservation (Botswana): Botswana faces backlash over authorising the killing of 23 elephants for independence celebrations amid conservation and foot-and-mouth concerns.