Anti-Corruption Crackdown: Kenya’s EACC warned politicians and officials to stop branding taxpayer-funded projects with their names, images, or party symbols, saying it violates public finance and integrity rules. Ghost Workers Audit: Nigeria’s EFCC began payroll verification in Delta State’s civil service, screening the Head of Service and other officials to root out ghost workers. Local Elections Under Threat: A South Africa political analyst warned local government polls could be the most contentious since 1996 unless political violence is curbed, pointing to recent killings of candidates and officials. Digital Public Service Push: Bahrain’s iGA launched a new WhatsApp channel to boost awareness of government eServices and direct residents to official portals and support lines. Grassroots Governance & Tech: India’s J&K leadership urged panchayats to become centers of innovation and digital governance, while South Africa’s IEC reported nearly 3 million voter registration transactions ahead of local elections. Public Health & Safety: The UK issued heatwave health alerts for Yorkshire and Humber, with guidance on school closures and care-sector readiness. Governance in Practice: Philippines’ Quezon province and its 15 public hospitals were recognized as “drug-free workplaces,” highlighting compliance in public service delivery.