Mozambique eVisa Update: Mozambique published the full 2026 list of African countries eligible for its eVisa, including Benin, and says travellers needing longer stays or non-tourism/business categories must still use the eVisa portal to regularise entry. Regional Mobility Push: Chad will introduce visa-free entry for all African nationals from January 1, 2027, joining a growing list of countries easing travel rules to boost intra-African movement and trade. Edo Business & Environment: Edo State says it has paid €800m? (reported as N800m) in EU counterpart funding to restart Benin City stormwater and erosion control work, with the environment minister expecting a groundbreaking in August. Edo Power Reliability: Edo Governor Okpebholo assured welders of a business-friendly environment, pointing to a 100MW power project expected online before November and road rehabilitation progress. Benin Cultural Restitution: Benin inaugurated a national scientific committee to support restitution of cultural artifacts held abroad, aiming to strengthen scientific and legal grounds for returns. Energy Industry Platform: APPO’s NOC-CEO Forum is set for October 12 in Cape Town alongside African Energy Week, focusing on regional refining, gas markets and investment coordination. Security & Infrastructure: TCN, NSCDC and telecom stakeholders in Edo agreed to intensify protection of power transmission and fibre optic infrastructure against vandalism. Digital Skills: MTN reiterated its push to expand digital skills across Africa, aligning with World Youth Skills Day.