Ebola Response in Focus: DRC’s Ebola outbreak is surging in Ituri, with WHO calling it the fastest-growing on record; international partners are under pressure as cases climb and economic fallout threatens jobs, while Russia reports support via mobile labs, diagnostics, and training for local teams. Health Financing for West & Central Africa: Gabon is among countries covered by a new World Bank Health Security Programme in West and Central Africa, backed by a €78.7m loan and $10m grant to strengthen prevention and emergency response capacity. Public Health & Access to Care: Merck Foundation, with Africa’s First Ladies, announced winners of its 2025 Fashion, Song and Film Awards, including a diabetes and hypertension theme aimed at prevention and early detection across African communities. Connectivity Beyond Coverage: Airtel Africa and Starlink launched Africa’s first satellite-to-phone service in the DRC, letting eligible users connect via compatible smartphones without dishes—an important step for reaching remote areas where health services often struggle with network access. Forensic & Cyber Training: Uganda’s Jinja campus of the National Forensic Sciences University is positioning the country as a regional hub for forensic science and cyber security training, building skills that support safer health systems and outbreak investigations.