SADC Summit Tensions: South Africa’s “March and March” anti-migrant movement says it will march and picket outside the SADC summit in Durban on Aug 17, demanding stricter visa controls, asylum reviews, action against employers hiring undocumented workers, accountability for corrupt police, and limits on access to public services for undocumented migrants. Climate & Coasts: New climate signals—El Niño strengthening and an expected Indian Ocean Dipole—are being flagged as a mangrove stress multiplier, with calls for earlier monitoring and early warning on sea level, salinity and ecosystem health. Regional Diplomacy: Eswatini’s role in SADC’s Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation has been praised after it helped shoulder election observation missions, including deployments linked to Malawi and Seychelles. Seychelles-India Links: India handed over five laser radial boats to the Seychelles Defence Forces, boosting seamanship skills and deepening the maritime partnership. Local Culture & Learning: The National Library’s Aug holiday programme runs Aug 10–28 with arts, reading, storytelling, games, tech activities and visits for kids and teens. Visa News for Seychellois: Seychelles passport holders can enter Schengen countries visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180 days, though border rules still apply. Sports & Youth: Eswatini National Games officially launched Aug 14 with a three-nation showcase and Seychelles National Olympic Committee President Alain Alcindor among dignitaries. Remembering Mildred Masunda: Tributes continue for late Mildred Maideyi Masunda, a trained nurse and midwife who served communities across generations.