FIFA Governance Clash: Six Nordic football associations say they’ve “lost confidence” in Gianni Infantino, citing serious concerns over FIFA’s governance and decision-making, and backing UEFA’s push for assurances against private ownership. Kenya Jobs & Industry: Kenya’s battery makers warn scrap lead-acid smuggling is cutting used-battery collections by about 50%, risking production shutdowns and thousands of jobs unless border enforcement tightens. South Africa Local Government: ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa unveils a six-point manifesto for the Nov 4 local elections, promising better services, investment and job creation, safer communities, and accountable municipal finances. South Africa Municipal Fraud Crackdown: Seven Emfuleni Local Municipality employees are arrested over an alleged electricity reconnection scheme involving payments into personal accounts. Egypt Industrial Push: ADCB Egypt signs EGP 618m financing for IDG’s New October industrial project, while the industry minister inspects Damietta factories and training facilities. SASSA Grants Debate: South Africans weigh in on grant fraud fears, long waiting times, and calls for higher pensioner support. Sports & Talent: Richie Mo’unga returns to the All Blacks for the Lions clash in Johannesburg, while All Blacks coach Dave Rennie signals the Springboks will “double down” on set-piece and aerial play in Cape Town.