Press Freedom Watch: Reporters Without Borders marks five years of Taliban rule, calling Afghanistan “a prison for information” as directives tighten control over journalists, with new criminal penalties for insulting leadership. Eritrea in the Spotlight: A new Eritrea-focused analysis argues the opposition’s mission needs a shift from chasing regime change to empowering people inside Eritrea, amid claims it’s at its weakest phase. Regional Security & Conflict: Tigray rebels accuse Ethiopia of drone strikes in southern Tigray, while broader reporting warns clashes could spiral again after unresolved grievances from the 2022 peace deal. Horn of Africa Military Update: A US MQ-9 Reaper crash near Djibouti’s Chabelley Airbase triggers embassy security alerts, with unclear cause amid Red Sea tensions. Health & Cities: A malaria mosquito resistant to insecticides is spreading across Africa, raising alarms for major urban centers. Sports (Eritrea-linked): South Africa’s Pitso Mosimane is set to return as Bafana coach, with qualifiers next month including a match against Eritrea. Arts & Culture (Eritrea-linked): A travel interview highlights Michael B. Decker’s impressions after visiting Asmara and Keren.