AFCON Qualifiers (Ghana): Ghana kick-starts its 2027 AFCON campaign with a tough away trip to Bouaké to face Côte d’Ivoire at Stade de la Paix, but Mohammed Kudus and other key players are missing, raising fresh concerns ahead of the Carlos Queiroz era. AFCON Qualifiers (Algeria): Algeria begin Group I at home against Zambia in Tizi Ouzou under new coach Brahim Hemdani, with camp preparations hit by injuries and late squad adjustments. AFCON Qualifiers (Fixtures): CAF has confirmed the 2027 qualifiers’ matchday schedule and venues, with home-and-away rounds running through late 2026 into March 2027. Travel & Visas (Armenia): Armenia says citizens of 111 countries can enter visa-free only if they hold qualifying residence permits—an important update for travelers planning longer stays. Eco-Mobility (Rwanda/Togo): Kenya-based Spiro secures an extra $18m to expand electric motorcycle battery-swapping in Rwanda and Uganda, with operations already including Togo. Bilateral Links (Rwanda & Togo): Rwanda and Togo sign three landmark agreements in New York to deepen political dialogue and institutional cooperation. US Visa Rules (Togo): The US Exchange Visitor Skills List includes Togo, meaning certain exchange visitors must return home for two years before accessing some US immigration benefits. Maritime Safety (Hormuz): Tankers in the Strait of Hormuz face ongoing projectile incidents, underscoring travel and shipping risk around a major global route. Local Tourism (Lomé): A new guide highlights Lomé as a budget-friendly romantic weekend option, focusing on beaches, food, and quick sightseeing.