Press Freedom Under Threat (Philippines): The Presidential Task Force on Media Security condemned the ambush shooting of broadcaster Jay Lavapiez in Roxas City, calling for stronger protection for journalists and urging media, civil society and agencies to coordinate. Civic Action & Anti-Corruption (PNG): Transparency International Papua New Guinea backed the Sir Anthony Siaguru Walk Against Corruption, framing integrity as everyday action by citizens, public servants and businesses. Elections & Rights (South Africa): The IEC said KwaZulu-Natal’s voter registration weekend ran largely smoothly, while Zambia’s Law Association urged the ECZ to consult widely before setting presidential campaign rules, warning of constitutional rights risks. Human Rights & Accountability (Burkina Faso): Amnesty, HRW, RSF and partners demanded the release and explanation for journalist Atiana Serge Oulon, forcibly disappeared two years ago amid reports of secret detention and torture. Child Protection (Nigeria): An Anambra Civil Liberties Organisation condemned brutalisation of a child by a guardian and urged immediate reporting of abuse. Climate Finance & Health (UN talks, Bonn): Health and climate groups accused developed countries of blocking adaptation finance progress and failing to honor a pledge to triple adaptation funding. Media Economy (UNESCO): UNESCO launched a consultation on fair compensation for news as platforms and AI increasingly rely on journalistic content. Electoral Integrity & Civil Society (Nigeria): A Nigerian civil society group asked INEC and NYSC for clarification on Tinubu’s academic and service documents amid renewed credential disputes. Conflict Watch (Manipur, India): Six Naga hostages, including two pastors, were reported killed as the wider crisis deepened, with families still awaiting bodies.