Maritime Energy & Law: A new analysis challenges the idea that Somalia–Kenya seabed ruling was “just” technical boundary-setting, arguing offshore oil wealth and power shaped the dispute long before judges acted. Security Tech & Terror Forecasting: A major Africa risk assessment warns terrorism is rising across the continent, highlighting how groups like al-Shabaab are using unmanned systems and AI to boost attacks. Somalia–Kenya Extremism: Al-Shabaab executed 28 non-Muslim passengers after seizing a bus near Mandera, in retaliation tied to raids on Mombasa mosques—another reminder of the region’s cross-border threat. Mogadishu Protest Logistics: Banadir authorities approved an opposition demonstration for June 4 and named three venues, urging peaceful conduct and banning weapons. Aid Cuts & Conflict: Research in Science links USAID shutdowns to higher violence across Africa, with increased clashes, protests, and fatalities in heavily supported areas. Gulf Tech in Conflict: Iran–US tensions escalated with missile/drone attacks across the Gulf, raising risks for energy and shipping routes. Somalia Health Safety (Patient Care): Commentary from Somalia highlights consent-related delays in emergency obstetric care as a patient safety governance issue. Somaliland Water Research: Somaliland hydrologists continue water-quality testing in Hargeisa after Israel’s recognition, showing how tech work persists amid shifting geopolitics.