Guinea Politics—Presidential Absence Sparks Fresh Scrutiny: Guinean opposition and civil society are pushing back hard as President Mamadi Doumbouya leaves Conakry for a family holiday in Greece, with the presidency insisting government work will continue and the armed forces have reaffirmed loyalty; critics say the trip deepens fears about health, continuity, and “rule by fear,” while Doumbouya posted messages on X aimed at dispelling rumors. Guinea—Abduction of Regime Critic: In Conakry, activist and teacher Bella Bah was kidnapped from his school by men in uniform, according to his wife and a witness; officials have not responded, and the case adds to a pattern of disappearances of critics since the 2021 coup. Regional Security—ECOWAS-AES Coordination Push: Nigeria’s Defence Minister called for tighter security cooperation between ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States to curb terrorism, cross-border insurgency spillover, and improve Gulf of Guinea maritime security. Human Rights—SGBV and Digital Abuse Focus: MARWOPNET, with Irish Aid and UN Women support, held community engagement in Pujehun to strengthen local action against sexual and gender-based violence, domestic violence, harmful practices, and online abuse.