Aviation & Connectivity: Air Peace says Brazil’s civil aviation regulator (ANAC) has approved it to operate scheduled passenger, cargo and mail services to São Paulo, with plans to expand long-haul links to Toronto, New York and China—an extra boost for West Africa–South America travel. Tourism & Economy: The Gambia Tourism Board welcomed cruise ship Regatta Majuro, with 570 passengers going ashore for Banjul markets and excursions as far as Jufureh, highlighting cruise tourism’s wider local spillover. Infrastructure for Visitors & Locals: President Adama Barrow laid foundations for 85 km of feeder roads in Upper River Region under “Connect Gambia,” aiming to improve access for remote settlements. Digital Services: Government temporarily paused National ID card and driver’s licence issuance (9–29 June) to support a new digital system rollout. Health: The Ministry of Health reports no Ebola cases detected, with strengthened screening at Banjul International Airport and reactivated rapid response teams. Agriculture: GIEPA launched a digital mapping platform to improve agricultural investment, supported by World Bank-backed GIRAFE data work. Immigration Reform: The Gambia Immigration Bill 2026 proposes tougher penalties for migrant smuggling and clarifies that a visa won’t automatically guarantee entry.