Water & Utilities: CAMWATER held a Yaounde staff brainstorm to improve drinking-water delivery, focusing on measurable performance as SEWASH and PforR projects push production, network expansion and safer supply. SME Incubation: MINPMEESA and CAPEF signed an agreement to set up an incubation mechanism for learners, cooperatives and SMEs, with EPABA expected to gain accredited status. Mining & Trade Integrity: Cameroon’s MINMIDT says undeclared gold exports cost the state CFAF577.51bn (2021–2025), citing big gaps between official declarations and foreign market volumes. Digital Mobility Formalisation: Ride-hailing drivers are increasingly getting their Carte Bleue, signalling a shift from informality toward regulated, professional operations. Energy Sector Oversight: ARSEL shortlisted CPCS, KPMG Central Africa and Grant Thornton for an audit of Nachtigal Hydro Power’s financial models, including debt, returns and tariff impacts. Agri-Exports: Cameroon’s banana exports rose 17.6% in H1 2026 to 122,001 tonnes, led by Compagnie Fruitière’s local subsidiaries. Finance: IFC is considering subscribing up to $12m (about CFA6.9bn) to Alios Finance Cameroon’s CFA13bn bond offer, potentially anchoring the issue. Industrial Demand Watch: Dangote Cement Cameroon sold 596,800 tonnes in H1 2026, down 13.1%, even as it plans to expand capacity. Environment & Risk: Satellite reports say a sanctioned tanker grounded off Oman is leaking crude near a marine reserve, raising cleanup and spill-risk concerns.