AI & Publishing Scrutiny: Nigerian author Jerry Falade’s planned 2028 crime novel “Call Me, I’ll Hide the Body” was pulled from sale by agencies after questions about whether it was written with AI, reigniting the debate over transparency and quality checks in book publishing. Global Mental Health & Education: A Kenya-based symposium at Mount Kenya University–Kitale (Aug 4–5) brought trauma-informed training and community outreach to Kitale, linking mental health education with practical support. Kenya Holocaust Teaching: Dr. Emma Nalianya’s voluntary online course is training African health professionals on Holocaust medicine and ethics, with thousands of graduates across Sub-Saharan Africa. South Africa Immigration Tech: South Africa’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system rejected 6,126 fraudulent applications after processing 216,000+ requests, using biometric passport and selfie matching. Nigerian Maritime Standards: NIMASA unveiled updated seafarers’ education, training and certification standards to align with international rules and improve global competitiveness. Niger Delta Youth Pathways: PIND linked Niger Delta youth to jobs, internships and training during International Youth Day events, focusing on career pathways that connect skills to real opportunities. Book Club (Community Reading): Cole Library’s Tuesday Morning Book Club will discuss Clint Smith’s “How the Word Is Passed” on Aug 18.