Microplastics Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries met in Accra to harmonise coastal microplastics monitoring protocols using nuclear and isotopic techniques, aiming for comparable data to guide marine pollution policy. Fertilizer Trade Disruption: WTO data links Persian Gulf conflict to severe disruption in urea and phosphate fertilizer trade, raising fears of shortages, price spikes, and knock-on food security risks. Seychelles Tourism Boost: Seychelles expects more Russian visitors after Aeroflot resumes regular flights from 8 July, with officials calling it a timely boost for the sustainable tourism sector. Cruise Season Shift: Seychelles closed its 2025–2026 cruise season with 41 calls, stressing the “right ones” approach as the future of cruise tourism, not just higher numbers. World Rum Day (Local Sustainability): Takamaka Rum in Seychelles highlights waste-cutting practices like reusable containers for hotels and recycling glass, tying sustainability to everyday production. Blue Economy Security: Maritime experts at SPAS 2026 urged Africa to build stronger, regionally coordinated naval and coast guard capacity instead of relying on external powers. Financial Oversight: Seychelles’ Central Bank presented its Financial Stability Report 2025 to the National Assembly, outlining key risks and new steps including electronic submission. Energy Cost Policies: The IEA reports 113 countries have responded to Middle East conflict impacts, including lowering energy taxes and pushing conservation measures.