ECOWAS & Regional Security: ECOWAS unveiled four publications on its peacekeeping and conflict-resolution work, including an “After-Action Review” covering its intervention around the peaceful transfer of democratic power in The Gambia. Football Governance: Kurt Okraku represented CAF President Patrice Motsepe at the GFF elective assembly in Banjul, where Kemo Ceesay won the presidency and pledged reforms, transparency and grassroots development. Elections Transparency: EFSCRJ urged political coalitions contesting December 2026 to publish their coalition agreements, warning that voters can’t make informed choices if the MOUs remain hidden. Voter & Campaign Access: Presidential aspirant Mariama Khan says police delayed issuing her permit for a nationwide mobilisation tour, despite her application dating back to February. Security & Crime: Interpol-linked border checks around Banjul flagged 74 stolen vehicles after 13,000 database queries. Drugs: DLEAG arrested a 53-year-old Nigerian with 9,020 ecstasy tablets, suspected skunk, and a suspected drug-manufacturing machine. Migration: Mauritania says it rescued 161 migrants (including 17 minors) after a boat left Banjul and spent about eight days at sea. Public Services: WAHO launched Health Service User Support Centres in Benin, The Gambia and Togo to let patients raise concerns and seek mediation. Digital ID Rollout: The government began the GAM ID biometric national ID enrollment in Greater Banjul, with further registration dates set for early/mid September. Tourism Push: The Gambia plans to expand its tourism footprint in Nigeria through Akwaaba 2026 in Lagos, led by the Minister of Tourism Abdoulie Jobe.