ECOWAS Tobacco Tax Talks: ECOWAS officials met in Conakry to review the regional directive on harmonising excise duties on tobacco, aiming to cut disease and boost public revenue—amid figures showing tobacco kills millions yearly and harms even non-smokers through second-hand smoke. Cape Verde Football Leadership: Cape Verde named Humberto Bettencourt as new head coach after Bubista’s departure, with the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers the immediate focus. India vs Cabo Verde in the Spotlight: India’s Brazil friendly (Oct 3) could be followed by another major test against Cabo Verde around Oct 6, with venues still being discussed. Malaria Elimination Lessons: APLMA CEO said malaria elimination is still achievable, pointing to Cabo Verde as proof that sustained action can beat tough conditions. Atlantic Weather Watch: Forecasters are tracking a tropical wave expected to emerge off West Africa with a 30% chance of development over the next week, while wind shear could limit strengthening. Sports—WAFCON Final: Cameroon’s Lionesses won WAFCON for the first time, beating Malawi 3-0 to lift the trophy. Basketball—D’Tigers Qualifiers: Nigeria’s D’Tigers face Cape Verde in the FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers second round in Tunisia, with key games scheduled across late August. Ocean Life—Tiger Sharks in Cabo Verde: New research suggests tiger sharks off Cabo Verde are more than passers-by, with evidence they stay and connect coastal habitats across the region.