DRC Ebola Response: Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo are surging, spreading beyond Ituri Province, with WHO calling it the fastest-growing outbreak on record; the article highlights international strain and points to support efforts including Russia’s assistance with mobile labs, diagnostics, and training for local teams. Health Security Funding: Gabon and neighbors are set to benefit from new financing for the Health Security Programme in West and Central Africa, including a €78.7 million World Bank loan and a $10 million grant aimed at strengthening prevention and emergency response capacities across Cameroon, CAR, Gabon and Congo. Public Health & Rural Development Loans: Additional decrees authorize €41.92 million in funding via the Islamic Development Bank for the Dja Integrated Rural Development Project, targeting infrastructure and rural economic activity with a stated focus on public health investment. Diabetes & Hypertension Awareness: Merck Foundation, working with Africa’s First Ladies, announced winners of its 2025 Fashion, Song and Film Awards under themes including “Diabetes & Hypertension,” pushing prevention and early detection messages across African countries. Connectivity for Care Access: Airtel and Starlink launched Africa’s first satellite-to-phone service in the DRC, letting eligible users connect compatible smartphones directly to satellites for limited services like SMS and selected light-data apps—potentially improving access to health information in areas without mobile coverage.