Livestock & Vet Policy: Kenya is positioning for a bigger slice of the global livestock economy after securing the right to host the World Veterinary Association Congress in 2028, with the move tied to stronger veterinary medicines regulation and food-safety confidence. Food Safety & Public Health: South Africa’s probe into child deaths linked to unsafe spaza shop food continues with “no arrests yet,” while a Cyclospora surge in Michigan has sickened hundreds, pushing nurses to use grocery receipts and food apps to trace exposures. Food Security & Cost of Living: Nigeria’s cost of a healthy diet jumped 11.7% in Q1 2026, leaving some households facing food bills that consume most of minimum wage. Agriculture & Water: Zimbabwe plans to expand irrigated land to 496,000 hectares by 2030 to boost grain output and climate resilience. Supply Chain & Industry: Canada is looking to add billions by processing more food domestically, and the Imperial Valley’s food manufacturing remains steady despite automation trends. Retail & Jobs: Marks & Spencer is advancing plans for a Colne food hall aimed at jobs and a “fresh market” style retail offer. Local Food Aid: The Philippines’ DSWD hit one million family food packs for quake-hit Mindanao, while Indonesia’s free school meals program says it will prioritize local commodities and use Bulog only as a buffer. Wine & Drink Culture: Israel’s Tu B’Av wine tradition gets a modern spotlight, and Armenia’s Van Ardi launched new wines including a basalt-vessel release.