Political Repression in Conakry: A Guinean activist and teacher, Bella Bah, was kidnapped from his school in Conakry by men in uniform, his wife says, with his whereabouts still unknown; officials have not responded to requests for comment, and the case follows a pattern of disappearances of regime critics since the 2021 coup. Regional Security & Maritime Pressure: Saudi Arabia announced a 14-member Multinational Maritime Defence Coalition aimed at breaking Houthi naval pressure in the Bab el-Mandeb and Gulf of Aden, with Djibouti and Nigeria among members—though analysts note sea-only measures may struggle against shore-based drones and missiles. Mining & State Control Debate: Commentary highlights how resource nationalism is reshaping critical minerals supply chains, with Guinea’s bauxite cited alongside other politically sensitive deposits. Health Watch: WHO and Africa CDC warn the DRC Ebola outbreak is outpacing response, with cases and deaths rising rapidly. West Africa Governance Context: An editorial urges Liberia to share clearer updates on repeated border tensions with Guinea, warning that quiet diplomacy without transparency can inflame local fears.