Medical Education Reform (Benghazi): Libya’s Higher Committee for Medical Colleges delivered a final draft to the Ministry of Higher Education, aiming for a unified national vision, updated curricula, and stronger health-science training. Media & Digital Capacity (Tripoli): The EU and Libya’s Government Communication Centre launched the Libya Media Development Programme with RNTC to boost journalist skills, digital transformation, and resilience against disinformation. Biodiversity Science (Al-Khums): Libya’s Environment Ministry conducted its first environmental DNA field study at Ain Kaam Reserve with WWF North Africa and academic experts, building a species database for better conservation decisions. Animal Health (Msallata): Agricultural Police confirmed a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Al-Amamra, quarantined the area, suspended livestock movement, and started disinfection and treatment. Energy Value Chain (Africa, incl. Libya): NNPC and other APPO national oil companies plan a Cape Town forum (Oct 12) focused on regional refining, gas markets, cross-border trade, and harmonized petroleum standards. Regional Tech/Defense Training (North Africa): AFRICOM and Morocco signed an MoU to create an Africa multidomain training and experimentation center in Tan-Tan, including a drone academy and innovation hub. Geopolitics & Security (Libya-linked): Pakistan is reported to be mediating between Libya’s rival factions while also selling over $4B in weapons to one side, with China cited as another key player.