Western Indian Ocean Ocean Protection: Tanzania is set to host COP12 to the Nairobi Convention (Oct 6–9) in Dar es Salaam, aiming for joint action on marine pollution, illegal fishing, climate change, and coastal ecosystem degradation. Comoros Water Crisis: In Moroni, ageing water infrastructure is failing, pushing residents into long queues and costly private deliveries as the city’s supply network breaks down. Climate Hazards for the Region: The South-West Indian Ocean Climate Outlook warns of multiple risks for Oct–Dec 2026 and Jan–Mar 2027, including drought and heat in the south, flooding and landslides in wetter areas, and marine impacts and cyclone risk for island states. Fisheries Under Pressure: A World Bank study says Comoros fisheries are highly vulnerable to climate change, with coastal erosion and coral bleaching threatening mangroves, seagrass beds, reefs, and fish breeding grounds. Marine Conservation Funding Logic: A regional conservation piece argues that protecting migratory species and shared habitats needs cross-border cooperation and financing that can “make the same journey” as wildlife. Environmental Safeguards in Development: AfDB and OPEC Fund are strengthening environmental and social safeguards in projects across Africa, including biodiversity and community protections, with Comoros among participating countries. Maritime Pollution Risk (Fuel Smuggling): US Coast Guard enforcement highlights environmental dangers from illicit fuel shipments, including a case involving a Comoros-flagged vessel carrying fuel in ballast tanks. Security Meets Climate: Uganda’s upcoming conference on military operations beyond war lists climate change and environmental security among key agenda items, with Comoros expected to participate.