Corporate Reputation & Media Channels: A new Bloomwit Africa report warns that Africa can’t be treated as one market for communications. It says the most important brand conversations now happen in closed apps—WhatsApp in Nigeria, Facebook/Messenger in Egypt, and Telegram in Ethiopia—making them hard to track and raising reputational risk, especially from AI-driven misinformation. BRICS Judicial Cooperation: At the BRICS Chief Justices’ Forum in New Delhi, China’s top judge Zhang Jun stressed judicial cooperation, digital justice, and commercial dispute resolution, while India’s CJI Surya Kant held bilateral talks with multiple judicial leaders. Air Leadership Change (Ethiopia-linked): Air India’s incoming CEO Tewolde Gebremariam—formerly Ethiopian Airlines’ chief—told staff to prioritize safety, fewer disruptions, and operational basics, as the airline pushes a turnaround. Ethiopia’s Development Narrative: PM Abiy said Ethiopia’s “resurgence” has moved from vision to concrete projects, citing GERD, corridor work, Bishoftu Airport, and macro reforms; Education Minister Berhanu Nega said Medemer-era governance is more self-aware and focused on accelerating development. Banking Numbers: CBE reported Birr 60.51bn in non-interest income for 2025/26, alongside FX pressures and higher operating costs, but still posted a record Birr 38.71bn net profit. Private Sector for COP32: The Addis Ababa Chamber plans to lead private sector engagement for COP32 via a new Green Growth Centre, launched Sept. 8 with GIZ support. Religious Institutions & Peace: President Taye Atske Selassie urged religious leaders to use their influence to bridge divides and oppose efforts that spark social tension.