Fuel Crisis Hits Coastal Livelihoods: Mozambique fishermen in Maputo’s Pescadores quarter are staying ashore as Middle East-driven fuel price hikes and erratic supply leave them unable to buy petrol, with diesel and petrol costs jumping sharply since early May. IMF Watch: The IMF has concluded its assessment of Mozambique’s request for a fund-backed arrangement, saying growth is recovering from a 2025 contraction but remains subdued, while inflation and debt vulnerabilities persist amid Middle East shocks and climate pressures. Energy & Resilience: Mozambique is pushing biofuels and private investment to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels, arguing local ethanol and biodiesel can cut foreign exchange pressure and strengthen energy sovereignty. Regional Fisheries Control: SADC has handed Mozambique the keys to a new Monitoring, Control and Surveillance Coordination Centre headquarters in Katembe to boost regional coordination and surveillance for the Blue Economy. Mozal Decision Looms: South Africa’s IDC is weighing options for Mozal, including whether to buy South32’s 63.7% stake or restructure ownership, after power supply and electricity pricing forced production suspension. Health & Research: KNUST joins the DENSTAR project to fast-track dengue vaccine trials across sub-Saharan Africa, with €11m+ funding aimed at licensure and rollout. Migration Pressure in the Region: South Africa repatriated 2,745 foreigners in a week after tougher anti-illegal immigration vows, a move that includes citizens from Mozambique and other neighbours.