Space & Connectivity: Low-earth-orbit satellite services led by Starlink are pushing faster internet into under-served African communities, raising questions about how African nations can shape the “space race” rather than just receive it. Visa Access (Regional Mobility): Antigua and Barbuda published a 2026 visa-free list that includes Comoros, joining other African countries eligible for short stays. Visa Access (Regional Mobility): Panama also released its 2026 visa-free list for nine African countries, with Comoros among them, allowing up to three months without a visa. Environment & Climate Diplomacy: Kenya’s outgoing Belgian envoy farewell highlighted expanding trade, renewable energy and climate cooperation—an angle that matters for regional sustainability partnerships. Mining & Forest Loss: A new study warns that mine development is driving forest disappearance across Africa, with “multiplier” effects from roads and settlements—especially stark in DR Congo’s cobalt-linked supply chains. Maritime Security & the Blue Economy: Kenya is advancing its National Maritime Security Strategy with IMO and EU support, including climate change and cyber threats—key for protecting ocean livelihoods. Wildlife & Biodiversity: The coelacanth’s rediscovery story underscores how “lost” species can persist, a reminder for Comoros-style biodiversity protection. Governance & Conflict: Reporting on the Swahili Arc highlights how insurgent groups exploit weak state control across the region, with knock-on impacts for coastal ecosystems and communities.