SADC Chair Push: South Africa is set to take the SADC chair in Durban, aiming to turn regional plans into action on migration, trade, critical minerals, industrialisation and security—while migration is proving politically tricky as some states resist making it a main summit item. Red Sea Security: Saudi Arabia and 13 partners, including Comoros, have confirmed a new maritime defence coalition to protect shipping through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and the Red Sea as Houthi threats disrupt trade routes. Comoros in the Digital Economy: Comoros is listed among countries tied to fast-growing iGaming licensing interest in Anjouan, with the island promoted as a streamlined “first home” for smaller operators. Crypto Transparency Watch: MEXC says its August Proof of Reserves shows reserve ratios above 100% for major assets, including BTC at 288%, as it continues monthly audited reporting. EASF Meetings: Ethiopia is participating in the 36th Eastern Africa Standby Force policy organs meeting in Kampala, with Comoros among the countries represented on regional security priorities. Regional Trade Ease: SADC partners are moving to simplify border procedures under the Simplified Trade Regime, targeting lower costs and smoother informal cross-border commerce. UNESCO Spotlight: Comoros has earned its first UNESCO World Heritage inscription for the Medinas of the Historic Sultanates of the Comoros, highlighting the archipelago’s historic trading towns.