Somalia Security Transition: The US has agreed to give the UN another year to wind down support for African peacekeepers in Somalia, offering a short breathing space for AUSSOM but leaving its long-term future uncertain. UN Support for AU Mission: A separate report warns the multilateral security “blanket” behind Somalia’s fight against al-Shabaab may be ending, with Mogadishu, the AU and partners urged to plan a transition before December. Red Sea Shipping Pressure: Yemen fighting has displaced 112,000 people and pushed nearly 3,000 refugees to Djibouti, while Red Sea chokepoints keep disrupting trade and raising freight costs. Port Performance: Djibouti, Mogadishu and Dar es Salaam rank top in East and Horn Africa container performance, with Mogadishu climbing to 127 globally—good news for logistics-focused businesses. Local Land & Housing: SONSA opposes forced evictions in Mogadishu, calling for land regulation to follow court orders, notice, and fair compensation. Agriculture & Energy: Solar irrigation is helping Afgoye farmers cut fuel costs and boost production, with reported profits more than doubling after switching from diesel pumps. Trade & Industry Linkages: Somalia’s factory growth is opening new supply opportunities for Kenyan firms in machinery, inputs, and engineering services. Diplomacy & Development: Somalia met Azerbaijan to strengthen cooperation in education, health, technology and agriculture, while Hirshabelle and the UK discussed delivery of the Sabbuun dam project.