Infrastructure & Cities: South Africa’s SIDSSA 2026 spotlighted turning infrastructure plans into delivered municipal projects, with funding support for water, sanitation, energy and waste management. Security & Governance: The 2026 Global Terrorism Index argues West Africa’s terrorism surge is fundamentally a governance and state-fragility problem, not just ideology. Health & Mining Safety: Pope Leo XIV urged stronger Ebola response in DR Congo and also voiced solidarity for victims of a deadly Central African Republic gold mine landslide near Cameroon. Trade & Food Industry: Cameroon’s statistics institute reports a sharp fall in rice and corn import bills after cultivated areas expanded and customs duties rose, though higher maritime costs and regional spillovers also played a role. Energy & Power Projects: Cameroon launched twin tenders for the 225-kV Chad interconnector, aiming to enable electricity exports from Nachtigal dam. Oil & Logistics: SCDP created a subsidiary to drive the Kribi hydrocarbons terminal’s land-based storage component, targeting capacity gaps for petroleum handling. Construction Materials: Dangote Cement’s block innovation was tested in Douala, Yaounde and Bafoussam through field demonstrations with local builders. SME Support: An EU-backed ECCAS programme opened applications for SMEs in cocoa, timber and cassava value chains, offering technical assistance and digitalisation support. Sports & National Pride: President Biya honored Cameroon’s women’s WAFCON champions, celebrating a first continental title. Regional Trade Facilitation: The Beitbridge One-Stop Border Post model is set to streamline Zimbabwe–South Africa clearance to boost cross-border commerce.