Electricity & Regional Trade: The World Bank says its West Africa Regional Power Integration and Electricity Access Programme has expanded electricity access to over 3 million people, built more than 4,000 km of transmission lines linking 15 countries, improved utility finances, and is preparing a regional electricity market to cut costs and boost reliability. Climate Finance for Guinea-Bissau: The GEF approved a new LDCF/SCCF work programme for 2030 resilience, with over $67m for vulnerable countries including Guinea-Bissau, targeting flood/coastal risks, food and water security, ecosystem protection, and disaster preparedness. Rice Import Pressure: The AfDB urged West Africa to move from rice plans to delivery, warning a $3.5bn annual import bill drains foreign reserves, and highlighting early funding for the REWARD programme that includes projects in Guinea-Bissau. Energy Reliability Watch: Guinea-Bissau’s wider region faces power stress as utilities report reduced imports and fuel/technical constraints; the World Bank’s grid upgrades are positioned as part of the longer-term fix. Workers’ Rights Spotlight: The 2026 Global Rights Index flags worsening labour rights and repression, with Guinea-Bissau listed on a watchlist for increasing violations. US Deportations in West Africa: The US confirmed deportations of 355 people from West Africa, including one person from Guinea-Bissau, as part of a broader immigration crackdown.