Trade & Tariffs: The US escalated its trade spat with Canada via new import bans and directives covering autos, components, alcohol and dairy, while Quebec’s counter-tariffs are projected to add $1.5B to the province’s economy. Markets & FX: Nigeria’s naira edged up at the official market, but the NGX saw heavy selling pressure that wiped N1.88tn in value in a day. Energy Risk: Oil stayed elevated after Houthis attacked Saudi energy facilities, prompting temporary operational pauses and raising supply worries. Aviation Disruption: UK flight chaos continued as Nats’ CEO faced scrutiny after 1,300+ cancellations, with the transport secretary set to meet him. Infrastructure & Investment: India’s Adani Airports is raising about $1B by selling a 5.54% stake, valuing the airport business near $18B, while Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone targets nearly 400 factories within two years. AI & Business Tech: Vodafone Business and Cassava Technologies launched Egypt’s first sovereign AI factory; MTN Ghana pushed cash-lite services toward informal operators. Food Supply: Pakistan approved importing 750,000 tonnes of wheat and opened an international tender for distribution across provinces.