Foreign Influence Watch: France’s disinformation watchdog Viginum says Israeli firm BlackCore is suspected of digital meddling beyond France—targeting elections in New York City and Scotland, and operating in Angola and Togo—while France says it still can’t identify who commissioned the operations. Local Governance & Development: Togo and Germany launched the GNOZOU project in Kara, backed by 4.85 billion CFA francs, to strengthen decentralization, local planning, jobs, and civic participation. Community Resilience: Plan International and the EU unveiled Savanes Kpaadu in Northern Togo, a 1.9 billion CFA francs, 18-month push for economic empowerment, civilian protection, violence prevention, and school support. Security & Peacebuilding: At the World Bank Fragility Forum, Togo’s Sandra Ablamba Johnson highlighted an approach built on early warning, security operations, and community resilience, citing hundreds of completed community projects. Digital & Media: Lomé-based New World TV signed an Orange deal to distribute sports content via Max across nine African countries, including coverage tied to the 2026 World Cup. Energy & Trade: Togo is listed among countries importing petrol from Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery in 2026, reflecting shifting regional fuel supply.