Red Sea Trade & Shipping: Saudi Ports Authority Mawani added the new “SRS” service by Emirates Shipping Line, linking Jeddah Islamic Port with Mundra (India) and the Port of Djibouti, with capacity up to 2,144 TEUs—aimed at boosting Red Sea supply chains and Djibouti’s role as a regional logistics gateway. US Visa Access for Africans: The US plans to cut visa-processing missions across Africa from nearly 50 to 20 hubs, including Djibouti City, meaning applicants from non-hub countries may have to travel farther and face higher costs and longer journeys. Horn of Africa Politics: Djibouti-based coverage highlights Somalia’s political deadlock after talks on a transition roadmap collapsed, while an opposition figure in Djibouti accuses President Mohamud of weakening Somalia’s federal system. Shipping Risk Around Bab el-Mandeb: Iran-linked warnings about possible disruption to Bab el-Mandeb raise concerns for global trade, with Djibouti’s geography again in the spotlight. Djibouti Energy Infrastructure: Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority says it is awaiting Ethiopia’s participation in funding to build an oil depot at the Damerjog Liquid Bulk Port, after the jetty nears completion. Djibouti in Regional Growth Outlook: The AfDB’s Africa Economic Outlook flags Djibouti among fast-growing economies, projecting 6.9% growth.