Red Sea Disruption: Kpler data shows Bab al-Mandab traffic slumped after Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities, with just 11 bulk-commodity vessels crossing on Sunday (lowest in months), while crude prices jumped to two-month highs—another reminder that shipping lanes are still a major cost driver for Africa’s trade and fuel bills. South Africa LNG “Tipping Point”: Standard Bank says South Africa’s gas-to-power LNG import push hinges on preferred bidder choices under the GIPPPP, with binding terminal use agreements seen as the make-or-break step as Mozambique gas declines and Eskom plans new gas generation. Nigeria Fuel Watch: Dangote Petroleum resumes petrol sales in naira to steady Nigeria’s deregulated fuel market, but analysts warn consumers remain exposed to price swings from crude supply, logistics, and global disruptions. ECOWAS Currency Push: ECOWAS leaders reaffirm plans for an Eco single currency in 2027, arguing a phased approach could help countries that meet convergence rules move first. Logistics & ESG: CILTSA’s ESG conference urged logistics leaders to move beyond compliance and measure skills, leadership, and community impact across the supply chain. Maritime Law Recognition: Sierra Leone’s Chief Justice Komba Kamanda received an international maritime law honour in Nigeria, highlighting growing regional focus on better dispute handling in ports and shipping.