World Cup Buzz: Cristiano Ronaldo answered early criticism with a historic double as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups, while coach Roberto Martínez said Portugal are “prepared” and expect tough tests in Group K. Cameroon Sports: CAF confirmed the TotalEnergies Women’s AFCON Morocco 2026 will expand from 12 to 16 teams, with Cameroon among the qualifiers as the tournament opens 26 July. Cameroon Economy & Energy: The government unveiled a CFA30.9 billion three-year plan to build a domestic wheat industry, and also signalled a new energy focus on electricity transmission, seeking more investment and public-private partnerships. Road & Trade: The World Bank approved a $1.12 billion upgrade for the Douala–Bangui Corridor to boost regional transport and growth. Mining & Logistics: Canyon Resources says locomotives have arrived for Camalco Cameroon’s Minim Martap project, with commissioning and initial ore transport targeted for Q3. Maritime Governance: Cameroon is moving to deregister and sanction ships linked to the Russian “shadow fleet,” as France steps up seizures of suspected tankers tied to sanctions evasion. US Policy Impact: The US Supreme Court cleared the way for Trump to end TPS for Haitians and Syrians, a ruling that could ripple across other TPS holders. Digital Divide: A GSMA report says only 9% of Africans remain outside mobile broadband coverage, shifting the challenge toward internet adoption.