North Korea is set to open the Wonsan Kalma beach resort on 1 July, aiming to enhance tourism under the leadership of Kim Jong Un.

• The resort can accommodate up to 20,000 visitors along a 4km stretch of beach.
• This development is a significant initiative for the North Korean state, as it seeks to recover from tourism setbacks during the Covid-19 pandemic.
• While the opening is celebrated as a "great event," skepticism surrounds its attraction for foreign tourists, particularly from the West.

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has lifted its ban on live coverage of demonstrations, allowing media outlets to resume broadcasting without sanctions.

• Directive date: The original suspension was issued on June 25, 2025.
• Key organization: Communications Authority of Kenya
• Context: The ban was enacted ahead of protests marking the first anniversary of last year’s demonstrations against the now-withdrawn Finance Bill, and was revoked following a High Court order.