NCD Surveillance Boost: A World Bank-backed regional Training of Trainers in Dar es Salaam is equipping frontline health workers across Burundi and nine other countries to spot chronic diseases early by weaving non-communicable disease monitoring into existing field epidemiology training. Ebola Alarm in the Region: Africa CDC is warning that the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is expanding faster than response efforts, with deaths now above 2,000 and cases rising across more health zones and provinces. Breastfeeding Momentum in Burundi: Burundi’s exclusive breastfeeding rates (above 80%) are being highlighted as a model for maternal and child health, with WHO/UNICEF pointing to stronger health systems, workplace support, and public investment as key drivers. Elder Care Call: A Burundian Catholic sister is urging wider support for abandoned older people, stressing that helping the elderly is a duty for families and institutions, including for healthcare and food needs. Clean Water Through Sport: CRDB Bank Burundi’s marathon in Bujumbura raised support for communities facing challenges accessing clean and safe water, linking healthy living with social responsibility. Food Systems & Women Farmers: A focus on how women farmers can gain more control over land, finance, and decisions to stabilize food systems and improve nutrition. EAC AI for Ebola Response: The EAC and Germany launched an AI innovation challenge to help young innovators build tools for Ebola detection, preparedness, and response. Malaria Risk From Climate Change: Scientists warn climate change could shift malaria into new East African highland areas, raising risks for childhood malaria even where infections may fall elsewhere. Health Access for Migrants: A report highlights how internal migrants across Africa struggle to get continuous care because health records don’t follow them across borders.