Maritime Safety in Conflict Waters: India says 15 Indian seafarers were killed and two missing in 57 incidents tied to West Asia and the Black Sea over three months, including attacks on vessels near Odesa with Indian crews aboard. Digital Tax Reform: WATAF convened nearly 400 participants from 16 countries to push digital VAT administration across West Africa, aiming to boost domestic revenue and modernize compliance. Guinea-Bissau Political Crisis Solutions: Guinea-Bissau researchers and academics propose a national dialogue and a transitional unity-government framework with international guarantors, including ECOWAS, AU, UN, and CPLP. Malaria Map Shifts: A Nature study warns climate change will “move” malaria—raising risk in parts of East and southern Africa while easing pressure in today’s hotspots. Wildlife Science (Local): Researchers filmed wild chimpanzees in Guinea-Bissau sharing naturally fermented fruit containing ethanol, with follow-up work suggesting alcohol is a regular part of their diet. Cabral & Soil Health: New coverage revisits Amílcar Cabral’s agronomy ideas, linking soil restoration to freedom, politics, and rural livelihoods. Border Checks Affect Travel: Spain and Italy’s dispute keeps new flight and border checks in place until Sept 7, slowing travel across Europe—an issue that matters for Africans facing high visa rejection rates.