Maritime Security: The US Coast Guard says 22 countries, including Guinea-Bissau, remain on its port security advisory list after finding ports are not maintaining effective antiterrorism measures; ships calling at affected ports in the prior five calls may face extra Security Level 2 requirements and added reporting before entering the US. Tax & Revenue Capacity: Guinea-Bissau is among six West African countries to benefit from a US$5.3m AfDB-backed project to strengthen tax administration and boost domestic revenue mobilization over four years. Cashew Exports: Guinea-Bissau has exported about 200,000 tonnes of cashew nuts so far this season; the Commerce Minister links progress to upcoming port dredging work in October that should cut shipment time. Health Milestone: WHO reports polio type 2 transmission has been interrupted in Guinea-Bissau and four other African countries, with outbreak closures confirmed after technical assessments. Energy & Investment Signals: Chevron confirms an oil and gas condensate discovery in Angola’s Block 0, with plans to assess development via tie-back to nearby infrastructure—another reminder of continued Sub-Saharan exploration momentum. Regional Energy Data Deal: Senegal’s Petrosen signs a multi-client partnership with Viridien to improve offshore subsurface data across the MSGBC basin, aiming to make the region more attractive to investors. Migration Pressure: Afrobarometer finds high emigration intent across West Africa, with Guinea-Bissau among the highest—fueling ongoing labor and remittance-linked economic pressures.