World Cup travel headaches: Iran’s squad is still stuck in visa limbo after relocating its camp from Arizona to Tijuana, with FIFA asked to clarify when US and Mexico visas will be issued—an issue that also affects how teams and fans plan travel. Maritime safety & travel risk: US forces disabled a Gambian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it allegedly ignored repeated warnings tied to Iran-related maritime restrictions, a reminder that shipping routes can quickly become unpredictable. Gambia transport costs: During Tobaski, passengers on Greater Banjul routes reported fare gouging, with some drivers demanding double fares despite capped increases. Electricity crisis fallout: Gambian MP Dr. Ousman Gajigo hit NAWEC’s crisis messaging as misleading, while residents and letters to editors describe long outages disrupting daily life and businesses. South Africa concern: The Gambia urged nationals in South Africa to stay calm and vigilant amid reports of tensions affecting foreign residents. Tourism access trend: Ghana launched an e-visa platform and waived visa fees for African passport holders, signaling a push to make intra-Africa travel easier.