Public Health & Trade: Africa CDC says “genital theft” rumours have triggered deadly outbreaks across parts of Africa, highlighting how misinformation can quickly become an industry and livelihoods risk. Transport & Connectivity: Gateway Air launched daily Abuja–Lagos–Ogun flights to speed access to Ogun’s industrial corridor, while Gambia’s maritime sector pushes for stronger seafarer assessment and certification standards to keep trade moving safely. Infrastructure & Urban Growth: President Barrow inaugurated parts of the 50-km Urban Roads Project, calling it long-term investment that will improve mobility and the movement of goods and services. Energy & Investment Climate: Oando Energy Resources urged closer partnerships between regulators, operators and host communities to unlock upstream oil and gas investment; Transcorp Power appointed Maryam Shehu to its board. Agriculture & Biosecurity: Philippines imposed an FMD-linked import ban that includes Gambia among affected countries, reinforcing the need for tighter livestock controls. Regional Integration: ECOWAS installed Senegal’s Birame Diop as Commission President, with connectivity and the Eco among key priorities. Youth & Digital Economy: EFF-Gambia leader Prince Sanyang pitched broadband as an economic right and region-wide tech hubs to drive jobs and innovation. Business & Markets: Nigeria’s stock trading hit record levels, led by major brokers—an indicator of investor appetite across West Africa.