Electricity Access Push: Mission 300 (World Bank Group/AFDB) says it has connected 50 million people to electricity since tracking began in July 2023, using a mix of new and existing investments plus policy reforms—progress that aims to scale access for 300 million people by 2030. Economic Outlook (Guinea-Bissau): The World Bank Group’s Guinea-Bissau Economic Update (Spring 2026) reports 5.8% real GDP growth in 2025, driven by a strong cashew harvest and farmgate prices, while warning of rising structural pressures. Energy Cooperation (Venezuela–Guinea-Bissau): Venezuela’s ambassador met Petroguin to explore South-South cooperation in hydrocarbons training, technical capacity building, knowledge transfer, and joint energy projects. Maritime Risks & Trade: A US strike on tankers off Oman highlighted “flags of convenience,” with one vessel flying Guinea-Bissau’s flag—raising questions for regulators and shipping oversight. Ocean Protection (West Africa): West African states called for the Eastern Atlantic to be included in the first wave of marine protected areas under the high-seas treaty, and Guinea-Bissau joined a joint regional MPA plan with The Gambia, Mauritania and Senegal. Regional Commerce (Women’s Cross-Border Trade): ECOWAS hosted a Lomé event on women’s small-scale cross-border trade, reviewing corridor outcomes (including Dakar–Banjul–Bissau) and pushing more inclusive, secure trade. Tech Distribution (Apple in Africa): Asbis Middle East FZE’s new agreement with Apple Distribution International expands authorised distribution across multiple African markets, including Guinea-Bissau.