Ethiopia Development Push: Ethiopia’s Government Communication Service says the country is building “holistic prosperity” through upgrades to tourism sites, transport and logistics, and a push to diversify renewable power, including Bishoftu International Airport and plans to strengthen Ethiopia’s role as a regional renewable energy hub. Rail Travel Reality Check: A new report says Addis Ababa’s light rail is running at less than half capacity due to maintenance backlogs and foreign-currency shortages, leaving commuters waiting up to 45 minutes and pushing some back toward taxis. Miss World Spotlight: Ethiopian contestant Ruth Yirgalem Weldesilasie heads to the Miss World finale in Vietnam, vowing to turn her sister’s abduction and murder into advocacy. Regional Connectivity: Kenya and Somalia move to operationalize the Isiolo–Mandera corridor extension into Somalia via a joint technical committee under the Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project. Cycling Tourism: Oman’s Salalah International Cycling Tour kicks off with riders from Ethiopia and other countries, aiming to showcase Dhofar’s attractions and grow regional cycling talent.