We turn now to developments across Central Africa, where political transitions, humanitarian crises, and shifting regional alliances continue to shape the outlook for millions. The Central African Republic is preparing for a crucial election later this month amid growing concerns about insecurity and the shrinking space for opposition. At the same time, the conflict in Sudan is pushing new waves of displaced families into neighbouring Chad - a country already struggling with its own economic and humanitarian pressures. And across the wider region, issues from political detentions in Cameroon to new energy projects in Angola and diplomatic manoeuvring around the DRC-Rwanda peace process are all making headlines. To help us make sense of these stories, is geopolitical analyst, Aaron Ng'ambi...

TALKING POINTS

** Central African Republic head to the polls, later this month

** Waves of Sudanese families flee troubled and war torn Sudan, into Chad - but there is no much help in chad either

** Cameroon opposition leader, Anicet Akane has died in detention.

** DRC and Rwandan leaders are in the US today and expected to sign a peace deal at the White House

** And Angola launch a New Gas Consortium project