Independence Day was celebrated on 27 June with a number of events throughout the country; President Guelleh called for full sovereignty and economic renewal invoking resilience and solidarity amid regional challenges and global unrest

Djibouti Telecom will extend its DARE1 submarine cable to South Africa by 2028, confirming its ambition to transform Djibouti into a continental digital hub; the new section, 3.200-3.500 km long, will connect Mombasa, KE to Mtunzini, Durban, SA

Back-to-school sees a ferment of families getting ready, schools refurbished, trafficked streets; ministry stressed new year is an opportunity to elevate quality supporting rural areas, guarantee equity reducing disparities, integrate digital technology

A large-scale livestock feed distribution has been carried out in isolated communities in the Obock region in response to the persistent drought that caused the depletion of fodder resources and is affecting livelihoods of shepherds' communities

The new 0,2% levy on certain financial transactions, including money transfer, is due to come into force this week; the Professional Association of Credit Institutions has expressed concern and managed to convince the government to make some amendments