A new species of monkey, the Colobus congoensis, was discovered in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting biodiversity challenges.In Kenya, a court rejected Rastafarians' bid to use cannabis for religious purposes, citing insufficient evidence of its necessity.South Africa addressed misinformation claims about its Africa relations, emphasizing its active regional role.Tigray war veterans in Ethiopia accused commanders of sexual abuse, raising concerns about accountability.Somalia advanced regional talks on free movement protocols to boost economic integration.A South African police probe investigated the killing of an anti-migrant leader, stressing the illegality of enforcing immigration laws.These events underscore complex socio-political and environmental issues across the continent.