Regional Power Connectivity: Ethiopia says it will keep pushing Eastern Africa Power Pool plans for an integrated regional electricity market, as EAPP’s 37th steering committee and 22nd council session convene in Addis Ababa. Public Service Reform: The MESOB one-stop service is credited with reshaping public delivery, with the civil service commissioner pointing to expanded centers and digital access to cut bureaucracy. Security and Rights in Tigray: Human Rights Watch alleges forced recruitment of men and boys in northern Tigray amid fears of renewed conflict; Tigray authorities deny the claims. Health Workforce Agenda: Ethiopia urges African partners to turn MedEdAfrica 2026 commitments into practical reforms, stressing innovation, digital tools and AI in medical education. Police Training Scholarship: Ethiopia announces a forensic science scholarship for IGAD member states, including Kenya, to strengthen cross-border crime investigation capacity. Digital Payments Partnership: EthSwitch explores expanding its partnership with Huawei on mobile banking innovation, AI and cross-border connectivity. Wildlife Conservation: Ethiopia’s Walia ibex is again flagged as critically endangered after new estimates show a sustained decline. Sports: Zambia’s Copper Princesses depart for Addis Ababa ahead of the second leg of the U-17 women’s World Cup qualifier against Ethiopia.