West African Military Chaplaincy: A West African Religious Affairs Symposium opened in Accra with U.S. Africa Command and the Ghana Defense Force, bringing chaplains and religious affairs personnel from Gabon and 10 other nations to boost spiritual resilience and force readiness. Tourism & Mobility Rules: Ethiopia published an updated list of 50+ countries eligible for tourist visas on arrival, including Gabon, while the UK reaffirmed visa requirements for Nigerians and 100+ other countries for short stays. Psychedelics & Iboga Governance: Gabon’s iboga policy is framed as moving from tradition to state-level regulation, as MAPS releases an open-access ibogaine investigator’s brochure and Gabon-linked voices push for protective frameworks. Education & Connectivity: Airtel Africa pledges free internet access for 5,000 schools by 2027 with UNICEF support, aiming to narrow the digital learning gap. Public Health: A BMJ Global Health study estimates early menopause affects 1 in 14 women (30–49) in low and middle-income countries, including Gabon. Digital Culture & Language: MTN Cameroon launched the Bibala app to revive local languages and reconnect youth with linguistic heritage. Civic Data: Afrobarometer began Round 11 surveys with fieldwork in Zimbabwe and Gabon, targeting up to 40 countries. Travel Costs for EU Visitors: A roundup of visa fees flags Gabon among pricier destinations for EU tourists.