Energy & Infrastructure: President Adama Barrow says Aliko Dangote has pledged US$2bn for a 250MW solar plant and a modern fuel storage terminal, aimed at boosting domestic power, raising renewables, and strengthening fuel security—though binding deals and feasibility work are still pending. Digital Connectivity: GAMCEL and YCELL sign a landmark Share Investment and Network Modernization agreement, committing GMD 6.1bn to roll out 4G/5G, upgrade core networks, and modernize billing and customer systems. Social Protection & Workers’ Welfare: Nigeria’s NSITF pledges ongoing technical support and a deeper institutional partnership with The Gambia’s SSHFC/IICF to strengthen social protection across West Africa. Health Systems: WAHO and AfDB hand over 10 ambulances and medical equipment worth about $3.4m to improve emergency response and regional health security. Climate & Agriculture: A report highlights saltwater intrusion pushing inland and forcing farmers in Bantang Killing to abandon vegetable fields. Environment & Land Use: Ebo Town’s wetland faces growing pressure from illegal backfilling and construction, threatening a Ramsar-protected ecosystem. Migration Policy: ECOWAS Parliament urges job creation, tougher anti-trafficking laws, and better support for returnees to curb irregular migration. Skills & Industry: Gambia unveils a $13m plan for two Centres of Excellence (agribusiness and fisheries/aquaculture) under the World Bank’s RISE project to train industry-ready talent. Food Standards: SON secures international approval for a new Codex standard on root and tuber flours (sweet potato and yam), expected to improve food safety and export prospects. Road Safety & Youth Motorsport: Calls grow for safer, regulated motorsport spaces as illegal drifting debates intensify.