Ocean Finance & Conservation: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa (June 18 close) drew 300+ voluntary commitments and mobilized $6.4bn for marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, climate finance and “blue economy” projects, with experts urging faster follow-through. Connectivity & Cost of Internet: A new guide says Starlink is live in 26 African countries (South Africa still absent), with monthly plans around $30–$55 and speeds typically above 100 Mbps—useful context for Guinea-Bissau’s digital access debate. Electricity Access Push: World Bank-backed Mission 300 says it has connected 50m people to power since 2023, scaling reforms and financing to reach 300m by 2030—relevant for Guinea-Bissau’s energy constraints. Private Sector Growth Outlook: The World Bank Group’s Guinea-Bissau Economic Update (Spring 2026) reports 5.8% real GDP growth in 2025, driven by cashew harvests, while warning of structural pressures. Regional Trade for Women: ECOWAS is running a Lomé event (June 18–29) on women’s cross-border trade, reviewing corridor campaigns like Dakar–Banjul–Bissau and aiming for more inclusive, secure trade. Energy Cooperation: Venezuela’s ambassador met Petroguin to discuss South-South cooperation in hydrocarbons training, knowledge transfer and joint projects. Maritime & Compliance Risk: A US action against tankers off Oman highlighted “flags of convenience,” including one vessel flying Guinea-Bissau’s flag, raising scrutiny around shipping oversight.