Sports (Togo spotlight): Nigeria’s Flamingos booked their place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after a 5-3 second-leg win over Benin in Lomé, Togo, completing an 8-5 aggregate; the return qualifier at Stade de Kégué underlined Lomé’s role as a key match hub. Travel & access (UK rules): The UK reaffirmed that Nigerians and nationals of 100+ countries must get visas for short visits under updated visitor immigration rules—important for West African travellers planning trips. Roads & community access (Tempane, Togo link): A bridge collapse in Kongo/Tempane District stranded traders and commuters, cutting the main corridor to the district capital and disrupting transport of farm produce and access to health services. Aviation & regional connectivity (SAATM, Lomé Declaration): Zimbabwe pushed SAATM rollout at an airshow in Harare, reaffirming support for the June 2026 Lomé Ministerial Declaration aimed at easing barriers to intra-African air travel. Environment (coastal pollution, Accra meeting): Scientists from 21 African countries met in Accra to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols using nuclear and isotopic techniques—supporting better coastal protection policies across the region. Mobility (passport rankings): Pakistan’s passport climbed to 100th on the Henley index, offering visa-free access to 30 destinations, a useful planning update for travellers.