Aviation & Trade Funding: Nigeria’s aviation regulators are pushing to restore the original 65% share of the 5% ticket sales and cargo charges, warning that any cut could weaken safety oversight—while engineers and unions argue over the formula. Open Skies Push: African aviation leaders called for faster rollout of open skies policies to cut air connectivity costs and boost intra-African trade ahead of the Kigali forum. Border Agriculture: Gambia’s agriculture minister says about 130 farmers displaced by Senegalese security forces over border land claims are expected to return to their farms by end of the week, as bilateral talks continue. Water Investment for Industry: The Gambia and other countries launched “Water Compacts” at the African Water Forum, shifting water policy toward bankable investment pipelines for financing and delivery. Coastal Livelihoods: A report highlights how women in Banjul’s Tanbi Wetland both harvest and restore mangroves that protect shorelines and support fisheries. Disaster Support: Qatar Charity delivered flood relief to 1,200 families in The Gambia with food baskets, blankets, and shelter materials. Business & Ports: A man was fined D12M for stealing five containers of ceramic wall tiles, tied to uncleared cargo and warehouse access disputes.