Coastal Resilience in Togo: The World Bank’s WACA-ResIP programme is accelerating coastal protection in Aného, with 14 of 22 groynes completed along a 7-km stretch and plans for sand dredging, beach replenishment, and lagoon channel works to cut flooding risks and restart fishing and local services. Digital Trade in Africa (Lomé): AfCFTA experts say the Digital Trade Protocol is pushing cross-border commerce forward, but low internet access remains a major barrier to inclusive growth. Open Education Strategy (Lomé): UNESCO-backed talks in Lomé aim to boost open educational resources, open access, and open data across West Africa, tackling unequal access to digital learning and research funding. Cybersecurity & Drones Financing (Togo-Poland): Poland’s BGK signed €24m (100m zloty) financing for a cybersecurity and drone project in Togo with Polish firm Asseco, backed by EU guarantees. Compliance & AI Risks (Lomé): Togo will host the 3rd GRCRO conference (July 8–9) on fraud, corruption, and money laundering in the AI era, drawing nearly 1,000 compliance professionals. Health & Girls’ Education (Ghana): Merck Foundation launched “Educating Linda” in Ghana with scholarships for 40 underprivileged girls and support to reduce healthcare and infertility stigma. Clean Transport in Ghana: Electric bikes are gaining early adopters in Ghana’s north as communities adapt after petrol motorbike restrictions, improving daily air quality and comfort.