Maritime Decarbonisation: Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority welcomed the maiden transit of CMA CGM’s LNG-powered mega-ship NOTRE DAME, underscoring the canal’s ability to handle next-gen vessels and support lower-emissions shipping. Air Connectivity & Disruption: Qatar Airways says it has restored 85% of its pre-Iran war network and is reshaping leadership to drive demand, while Emirates is selling “conflict-related” travel insurance to encourage passengers back via Dubai. Gulf Freight Squeeze: Gulf carriers introduced booking limits, suspended some corridors, and added emergency container surcharges up to $3,800 as operators prioritise medicine and perishables amid regional instability. Logistics Corridor (GCC): Gulf Warehousing Company launched an air-to-land logistics corridor using the TIR system to move cargo from Hamad Airport across GCC borders under one customs document. Aviation Security (Niger): Gunmen attacked Niamey’s Diori Hamani International Airport; the army repelled the assault and is hunting attackers after a similar January strike. Roadmap for Trade (Kenya): Kenya’s transport ministry denied claims that tycoon Wicknell Chivayo’s firm was involved in the JKIA revamp tender, saying it did not bid or join any consortium. Ebola Preparedness (South Africa): A top SA infectious-disease expert warned an imported Ebola case is “only a matter of time” if the DRC outbreak isn’t contained, citing frequent flights and the need for fast isolation and contact tracing. Agritech & Food Security (Kenya): Kenya approved confined field trials of a gene-edited BXW-resistant banana, a milestone for home-grown gene-edited crops. Urban Mobility & Safety (South Africa): The Electoral Commission flagged low voter registration among 18–19-year-olds ahead of a June 20–21 drive, with voter-management devices and offline data capture ready for stations.