Cabo Verde–China Cooperation: Cabo Verde and China Machinery Engineering Corporation signed an MoU in Praia to deepen work in energy, water, agriculture and integrated development, including thermal plant upgrades, renewables and storage, desalination and wastewater reuse, and projects along the São Vicente waterfront. Sports Ministry–Black Queens Dispute: Ghana’s Sports Ministry says the Black Queens’ WAFCON per diems were paid in advance (July 29 for July 26–Aug 7, plus Aug 11 for Aug 8–14) and that there is no outstanding per diem as of Aug 12, while bonuses are described as being processed; the players respond that the Ministry should have engaged them first and question payments from July 11–25 and qualification bonus claims. Atlantic Storm Watch: Tropical Storm Cristobal weakened into a depression and is expected to dissipate, while forecasters monitor Invest 92L and Invest 94L for possible tropical depression development, with impacts mainly for the Lesser Antilles and broader Atlantic interests. Hawaii Storm Alert: Tropical Storm Lala formed in the Central Pacific with a hurricane watch for Hawaii’s Big Island, with authorities urging preparation for heavy rain and flooding risk over the weekend. Football Calendar Shift: India withdrew from the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup to prioritize an October friendly against Brazil, citing a scheduling clash.