Offshore Oil Deal: The Gambia has signed a landmark offshore petroleum exploration agreement with Eni for Block A1, giving Eni the licence to explore, develop and produce from the 1,300km² deepwater block, with the state set to take a 10% carried interest via GNPC and an option to add 5% after a commercial discovery. Energy Crisis Pressure: The Gambia Development Corporation (GDC) and other voices are calling for clear answers and a roadmap as the country faces a prolonged electricity crisis, while NAWEC/GDC-linked concerns keep mounting. Tourism Enforcement: The Gambia Tourism Board warns that illegal developers in the Tourism Development Area—especially along beaches—must comply with approvals or face legal action, citing environmental damage and sanitation issues. Industry Boost: CGI welcomed the inauguration of The Gambia’s first Food and Drug Laboratories, saying local testing and certification will cut costs and help manufacturers meet ECOWAS and international standards. Port & Trade Activity: Luxury cruise ship Oceania Vista made its maiden call at Port of Banjul, bringing 663 tourists and signalling growing cruise interest. Maritime Region Training: Nigeria will host a West and Central Africa port state control workshop under the Abuja MoU, aimed at strengthening maritime governance and safety. Humanitarian Reach: Qatar Red Crescent’s Eid al-Adha campaign reached 247,344 beneficiaries including The Gambia across 14 countries.