Illegal Wildlife Trade in Focus: A new report says Dakar’s port has been a hotspot for illegal shark fin landings by Chinese and Taiwanese longline tuna vessels, despite finning being widely banned; conservationists warn it fuels cruelty and accelerates shark population collapse. Labor Abuse at Sea: Separate coverage highlights Indonesians recruited for foreign fishing vessels facing extreme overwork and violence, with crews also cutting shark fins before dumping the rest. Climate Pressure on Local Traditions: In Fatick, Senegal’s Serer “Miss de Diobaye” hunt—meant to trigger the rainy season—faces disruption from deforestation, modernisation and climate change as rains arrive later. Food Sovereignty Push: Senegal is prioritizing seed stock rebuilding, reviewing 2025 seed production and planning 2026 programs to strengthen certified, climate-resilient seed supply. Shared Fisheries, Shared Responsibility: Senegal and The Gambia call for stronger cross-border cooperation to protect shared fish stocks amid illegal fishing and declining catches. Youth Climate Governance: Senegalese and other African youth trained in Accra say real influence in climate talks needs technical know-how, not just presence. Water Governance Diplomacy: Egypt and the UN discuss preparations for the 2026 UN Water Conference, aiming to strengthen global water governance and long-term implementation. Desert Locust Alert: Morocco and parts of the Sahel face rising desert locust pressure, with large-scale monitoring and control underway. Tropical Watch: Meteorologists are tracking a developing tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic near West Africa.