Integrity & Anti-Corruption: Papua New Guinea’s PM James Marape called the Ombudsman Commission and ICAC “twin pillars” of integrity, backing transparent, merit-based leadership appointments. Asylum & Border Management: UK politics heated up after Oxfordshire’s “asylum seeker hotel” update, with critics arguing the Home Office is moving too slowly and relying on the wrong sites. Government Size & Accountability: South Africa’s ratepayers and MPs are pushing for a smaller executive and stronger performance metrics, warning bloated cabinets drain funds meant for services. Digital Governance & Business Red Tape: Nigeria’s PEBEC says 98% of MDAs meet reform standards and is moving toward “information once” systems to cut duplication for businesses. AI Regulation Watch: India is weighing whether to introduce a dedicated AI law and is also pressing app stores to remove e-rickshaw battery-disabling apps. Housing Rights in Court: South Africa’s Constitutional Court struck down parts of Western Cape land disposal rules over affordable housing failures tied to apartheid-era planning. Public Health Oversight: Ghana’s HEFRA is intensifying health-facility inspections to improve compliance without defaulting to closures. Public Safety & Maintenance: A viral video of a police helicopter struggling to take off has reignited scrutiny of aircraft upkeep and safety. LGBTQ+ Rights & Tourism: Türkiye blocked an LGBTQ+ cruise citing “moral standards,” forcing itinerary changes and raising questions about selective access. Healthcare Access After Disasters: Venezuela’s government is deploying shelters and assessing earthquake-damaged schools and infrastructure in affected states. Tenant Protections: UK MPs urged faster, stronger enforcement of renters’ rights, saying tenants can’t wait for long timelines. Procurement & Accountability: The UK vowed to keep pursuing £145m owed over the PPE Medpro Covid contract after court losses.