Critical Minerals Deal: M2i Global signed a non-binding strategic collaboration with Evrensel Impact Group to scout and evaluate critical mineral projects across Africa, aiming to strengthen responsible supply chains. Togo Media & Digital Skills: Maison TV5MONDE marks 15 years in Togo on Aug 12 with a new growth phase focused on youth support, TV5MONDE Clubs beyond Lomé, and a digital space for learning. Data Protection in Lomé: An international personal data protection forum opened in Lomé, bringing regulators and tech professionals to tackle compliance, cybersecurity, and governance as Togo strengthens its data protection framework. Togolese Fintech Spotlight: Semoa Group’s CEO Edem Adjamagbo highlights payment innovations and a BCEAO Payment Institution license milestone; Minah.io’s Hervé Gakpe focuses on impact investing via a blockchain-enabled platform. AfCFTA Industrial Support: Togo is among five countries receiving a $3.48m ADF grant to improve industrial and trade policy and support AfCFTA implementation with climate- and SME-focused studies. Fisheries Policy Review: Togo convened stakeholders to validate recommendations for stronger fisheries and aquaculture policies under FishGov2, targeting investment planning and climate resilience. Digital Payments Push: AfricaNenda trained journalists across West Africa to report on inclusive instant payments, aiming to boost trust and adoption. Cyber & Security Watch: EU sanctions expanded against Russia-linked crypto infrastructure tied to A7A5, including entities linked to African market expansion. Health & Education: A Togo survey shows strong support for keeping pregnant students in school and for sexuality education; meanwhile, public health groups trained in tobacco policy monitoring across Africa.