UN “Correct the Map” Win for Togo: The UN General Assembly adopted the Togo-led “Correct the Map” resolution by 164 votes to 1, backing wider use of the Equal Earth projection to show Africa’s true relative size; the US was the lone no vote, while the move is non-binding and does not replace Mercator or redraw borders. Regional Trade & Finance Signals: Nigeria’s Q2 2026 merchandise trade hit N41.44tn, with exports at N27.02tn and a trade surplus of N12.60tn, as crude oil stayed the top export and non-crude gains lifted export composition; top partners included India, Spain, Netherlands, the US and Togo. Electricity Debt Watch (Cross-border): Nigeria’s international electricity customers—Benin and Togo included—owe about $28.33m (N37.44bn) for ancillary services over 2023-2025, with Togo accounting for 95% of the outstanding balance. Togo PPP Financing Focus: Ecobank Togo says PPP bankability hinges on predictable cash flows and repayment certainty over long project horizons. Togo Agribusiness & Exports: Togo’s coffee and cocoa exports fell sharply in 2025-2026 despite higher production, with plans to tighten quality, traceability and standards. Connectivity Upgrade (Liberia): CSquared, with Microsoft support, moved a Ganta broadband and digital skills programme from a grant pilot to commercial operations—an example of scaling digital access beyond subsidies.