FIFA Turmoil: UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF have called for an independent investigation into Gianni Infantino after a secret plan to sell World Cup commercial rights was scrapped—while Trump says removing Infantino would be a “terrible mistake,” keeping the scandal in the spotlight. Labour & Jobs: South Africa’s rand is steady ahead of labour data as unemployment remains stubbornly high, and Business Partners launched an R150m SME Youth Jobs Fund to help firms hire young people. Workplace Wellbeing: Kenya’s Workable became Africa’s first shared workspace operator to earn the WELL Coworking Rating, pushing wellness-led workspaces as a hiring and retention edge. Identity & Access: Liberia urged more investment in civil registration after thousands lack legal identity documents needed for healthcare and education. Human Capital in Practice: Tanzania’s football clubs face scrutiny for failing to provide required player and bench insurance, risking health and financial exposure. Migration Fallout: Xenophobic protests are leaving South African factories short of workers, while immigrant traders in Durban and Bellville report livelihoods disrupted by anti-immigrant pressure. Public Services Under Strain: Durban’s water tanker incident reignited concerns about “water tanker mafias” profiting from broken municipal systems. Maternal Health: South Africa’s exclusive breastfeeding rate is alarmingly low, with experts linking it to malnutrition and preventable illness. Women’s Talent Pipeline: China-Kenya’s “Sing for Africa” Season 2 returns in Nairobi with a focus on female singers. Agriculture & Growth: Nigeria’s Tinubu says it aims to double the livestock sector’s $32bn contribution to boost food security and jobs.