Music Rights & Film: Nigerian filmmaker Dammy Twitch says Nollywood producers can no longer freely use Afrobeats songs in movies because artistes’ publishing/distribution deals and sold rights make licensing costly and hard to secure. Higher Education Finance: South Africa’s NSFAS minister Buti Manamela defends placing the scheme under administration amid a ~R46bn loan book flagged as likely impaired, denying political interference as a court challenge looms. Newsroom Tech: A southern Africa study finds AI is already used in journalism for transcription, headlines, translation and drafting, but editors stress human judgment and ethics. Publishing Capacity: A workshop on scientific and manuscript writing highlights Africa’s low share of global academic publications, blaming skills, mentorship and resource gaps. Kenya Budget Leakages: Kenya’s budget problem is framed as “leakage,” with debt servicing and recurrent costs swallowing most revenue. Media Access in Justice: South Africa’s Madlanga Commission rules an undercover cop’s identity can be protected while testimony is heard publicly via audio link. AI News Launch (UAE): 19Network unveils an AI-powered newsroom for UAE and GCC coverage. World Cup Culture: Pieces track jazz-rap roots and official World Cup songs, including Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai.”