ECOWAS Appointments: ECOWAS approved new leadership across its institutions for 2026–2030, including Ghana’s Amin Suleiman as Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy and Digitalisation, plus new commissioners and judges. Energy Corridor: ECOWAS also signed off on the Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline, with Gambia’s foreign minister welcoming the Intergovernmental Agreement as a boost for regional energy integration. Gambia–Senegal Border Tension: Senegalese troops demolished part of the Bullock border camp fence, prompting Gambian calls for calm and restraint and renewed diplomacy to prevent escalation. Agrifood Push for Youth: A youth-parliament retreat urged transforming Gambia’s agrifood sector through modern, tech-driven farming and stronger CAADP implementation. Cooperatives Reform: The cooperative movement is entering a new era as revised legislation aims to broaden regulation beyond traditional agricultural co-ops. Digital Finance Growth: Wave Gambia highlighted rapid progress in financial inclusion as mobile money expands access nationwide. Petroleum Commission Revenue: Gambia’s Petroleum Commission reported over US$1m earned from upstream activities in 2025. Coastal Resilience Works: Residents along Kotu Stream raised concerns over WACA ResIP 2 impacts as the rainy season approaches, with project management responding.