Geothermal for Comoros: Registration is open for the 11th African Rift Geothermal Conference (ARGeo-C11) in Moroni, 19–24 October 2026, aiming to speed up geothermal research, policy, drilling, financing, and capacity building with partners including UNEP and the African Geothermal Association. UNESCO World Heritage momentum: The 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in Busan wrapped up with record participation and new listings, including the first World Heritage listings for Comoros and São Tomé and Príncipe, plus major expansions and a criteria update. Biodiversity rediscovered: A Madagascar study has tracked down Ravenea latisecta palms last recorded nearly 100 years ago, with the species found across protected areas in Andasibe–Mantadia; the genus is shared with Comoros and is largely endangered. Crypto market shift in Comoros: MEXC and CoinGecko released a report showing TradFi trading volume surging over 100-fold on centralized crypto exchanges, with many users already moving into traditional assets via crypto platforms. Visa friction for Africans: Coverage highlights rising Schengen rejection rates and calls to restrict free movement to EU citizens, raising concerns for African residents who rely on long-term permits to travel across Europe. Maritime tech & fraud: A report warns that Iranian and Russian “shadow fleets” use fake websites mimicking African maritime authorities (including Comoros) to generate false documents and evade sanctions.