Online Scam Trafficking: The UN’s IOM warns criminal networks are forcing hundreds of thousands into online scam centers, with victims often lured by fake social media job ads and then trapped through violence and “debt bondage,” including people from Ethiopia and Kenya. Refugee Protection at 75: UNHCR marks the 75th anniversary of the Refugee Convention as asylum and migration debates grow more divisive, stressing protection still matters. Ethiopia–Indonesia Jazz Diplomacy: Indonesia’s embassy in Addis Ababa hosted a jazz concert at the African Jazz Village, featuring Ethiopian and Indonesian musicians and strengthening cultural ties. Contemporary Art Spotlight: Addis Ababa hosts “Unity,” an exhibition bringing together contemporary artists from 16 African countries alongside the World Public Summit Africa. Coffee Culture Update: Yemeni-Ethiopian cafe Mokhaport in Tucker plans to close its physical location by December and pivot to online sales. Ethiopia–U.S. Defense Talks: Ethiopia’s ENDF chief met AFRICOM’s commander to expand counter-terror and defense cooperation. Climate & Water Pressure: Sudan’s Nile levels drop, sparking debate over water management and coordination across the basin, with Ethiopia’s dam operations in the spotlight. Hunger & Enset Story: A TEDx preview highlights enset’s role in hunger solutions, including a project that helped bring enset to Kenya.