Comoros Politics: Six former prime ministers have urged President Azali Assoumani to let jailed ex-president Ahmed Abdallah Sambi travel abroad for medical care, saying his health is worsening and asking for clemency while offering court guarantees of his return. Regional Governance & Rights: A new Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile finds Africans back the right to organise and support media freedom, but lived freedom is shrinking; Comoros is among the lowest for people who feel “completely” free to speak. Shipping & Security: Russia-linked drone attacks in the Black Sea hit three foreign-flagged merchant vessels, including a Comoros-flagged tanker, raising fresh fears for maritime safety along Ukraine’s export corridor. Health & Development: WHO-linked reporting highlights mental health planning across East and Southern Africa, with Comoros among participating countries expected to produce a rapid mental health landscape analysis. Energy Pressure: Reports say Middle East tensions and fuel price spikes are fueling social unrest across parts of Africa, with Comoros named among the affected countries. Opportunity for Innovators: The Global AgriInno Challenge 2026 is open for agrifood innovators targeting Small Island Developing States, with Comoros among eligible SIDS teams.