Rwanda Food & Drugs Authority crackdown: Rwanda FDA ordered an immediate recall of more than 20 alcohol brands after shutting 12 manufacturing facilities, with regulators saying the move targets public health risks from substandard and illicit drinks. Migration talks with Italy: Rwanda says it is still in discussions with Italy on relocating irregular migrants, potentially using EU-funded return centres and expanding emergency transit support similar to Gashora. Green freight push on the Northern Corridor: UNEP and NCTTCA launched funding to implement the Northern Corridor Green Freight Strategy 2030, aiming to cut emissions, lower logistics costs and boost women’s participation in freight. Local business & jobs through conservation: Rwanda is pitching a “nature as business model” approach, arguing conservation can create jobs and attract investment while protecting biodiversity. Regional trade & integration: Experts renewed calls for Africa to move from aviation liberalisation promises to real open skies ahead of a Kigali forum, arguing cheaper air travel would boost trade and tourism. Education pipeline: Equity Group Foundation awarded fully funded scholarships to 121 East African students, including 29 from Rwanda, to study at 63 universities across 16 countries. Kigali housing & governance spotlight: A Commonwealth study featured Kigali in work on closing the urban finance gap and strengthening local funding for infrastructure and services.