Port & Logistics Diplomacy: Oman and Kuwait discussed boosting transport and logistics cooperation at Duqm Port, highlighting the port’s role on routes linking Asia, Africa and Europe. Ro-Ro Shipping: Duqm Port received one of the world’s largest Ro-Ro vessels (BYD), underscoring growing vehicle-shipment capacity. Digital Connectivity: Orange joined the ReuNION submarine cable consortium linking La Réunion to South Africa, aiming for route diversity and higher capacity. Telecom Expansion: Telecom Egypt signed for a Sharm El Sheikh–Taba submarine cable to extend its Red Sea coastal network and strengthen an eastern digital corridor. Energy & Trade Routes: Nigeria’s energy investment push gained momentum after joining the IEA as officials target faster capital inflows. Fuel Cost Pressure: South Africa faces fresh diesel price pressure after Dangote raised diesel gantry prices, while broader oil-price shocks keep squeezing transport and household budgets. Aviation Demand: Boeing forecasts Africa’s aircraft fleet and passenger traffic growth through 2045, with cargo also set to rise. Safety & Regulation: South Africa’s aviation authority opened checks after a low flypast over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium sparked safety concerns. Maritime Disruption: Panama Canal vessel caps tighten due to low water levels, adding friction to global shipping flows. Humanitarian Transport Risk: A migrant boat found adrift near Spain’s Canary Islands raised fears of mass deaths, with survivors rescued after days at sea.