Super El Niño Warning: The African Development Bank says a “super” El Niño could cut GDP across affected African countries by 1%–2% on average, translating to $10bn–$20bn in losses, while worsening food and water insecurity and forcing governments to divert funds from health and other services. Ebola Alarm in the Region: DRC’s Ebola outbreak is accelerating, with health authorities reporting trouble tracking new cases, falling contact tracing coverage, and lab testing kits running out—while neighboring countries, including Tanzania’s Kigoma border region, step up preparedness. Burundi Safety & Health Risks: In Rutana, two brothers died after a grenade exploded at their home; authorities are urging residents to hand over any weapons or explosives. Food Assistance Under Threat: WFP warns that food and nutrition support for over 130,000 refugees in Burundi could stop from October 2026 without urgent funding, risking deeper hunger and malnutrition. AU Health Summit Push: Burundi’s foreign minister joined AU meetings in Addis Ababa, while in Accra African leaders renewed calls for “health sovereignty,” stronger domestic financing, and measurable action to end AIDS and TB and cut preventable maternal deaths. Religious Gathering Tragedy: Eight worshippers died in a crush at a Bujumbura evangelical event after a wall collapsed near an exit. Local Hygiene Enforcement: Burundi’s government plans weekly inspections to tighten hygiene and sanitation monitoring by local authorities. Transport Costs Hit Refugees: In Ruyigi, Congolese refugees face rising motorcycle taxi fares due to fuel shortages and new transport limits, making it harder to reach healthcare and services.