Housing & Finance: Togo has moved into the implementation phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé after BOAD-funded studies, with officials citing a major national housing shortfall and a push for more inclusive, coordinated delivery. Regional Mortgage Push: Lomé’s CRRH-UEMOA rebranded as AFINHAB, aiming to expand housing finance across UEMOA as the region still grants only a small number of mortgage loans each year. Jobs & Industry: Adétikopé Industrial Platform says it has attracted about CFA350bn in investment over five years, creating 6,580 jobs, and is preparing a second phase to scale output and hiring. Health Watch: Togo reports strong HIV gains but researchers warn of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among children and adolescents, urging vigilance. Governance & Security: Germany and Togo launched the GNOZOU local governance project (CFA4.85bn) in Kara, while Plan International and the EU backed Savanes Kpaadu (CFA1.9bn) to boost resilience, protection, and economic empowerment. Trade & Integration: Togo’s visa-free move for African citizens is framed as a boost to AfCFTA-style integration, and ECOWAS trade ministers in Accra push “mine together, process together” to industrialize minerals. Digital Risk: France’s Viginum alleges Israeli firm BlackCore ran election meddling operations linked to Togo, alongside claims involving Scotland and New York.