South Africa Local Politics: NEHAWU’s endorsement of the SACP ahead of the 4 November local elections could reshape the ANC’s vote share and trigger more COSATU affiliates to follow. Government Accountability: Jordan PM Jafar Hassan publicly linked a minister’s resignation to a conflict-of-interest case, framing it as integrity enforcement rather than “personal reasons.” Immigration & Housing: Moldova’s mayor Ion Ceban urged MAN lawmakers to boycott consultations on a new government, while in the UK villagers in Wethersfield are preparing court action over plans to expand an asylum site near homes and schools. Public Administration & Tech: Azerbaijan held a seminar on responsible AI in public services, while India’s government issued notices to Meta over Instagram ads allegedly tied to child sexual abuse material. Energy & Security: India lifted most emergency natural gas curbs after LNG flows through the Strait of Hormuz resumed; Iran’s ambassador said “service fees” for Hormuz transit are coming. Regional Governance: Estonia proposed restricting some Russians and Belarusians from buying real estate on security grounds starting 2027. Diplomacy: PM Modi is set for an Indo-Pacific tour as Jaishankar heads to the Gulf, the US and Belgium.