Ebola Diplomacy and Public Backlash (Kenya): Protests in Nairobi and other cities erupted over a US-funded Ebola isolation ward for Americans, with critics warning Kenya could face risks from a disease it has never recorded; despite a court order pausing construction, the government has kept backing the plan, while Ruto’s former deputy called it a double standard. Cross-Border Repatriations (Mozambique/South Africa): South Africa repatriated 141 Mozambicans via Lebombo Port after biometric checks found immigration-law contraventions, while additional Ghanaian returns continued amid wider migration tensions. Ebola Meets Conflict (DRC/EU/WHO): The EU said a ceasefire is now a health emergency as Ebola spreads in eastern DRC, complicating care amid fighting that displaces communities; emergency supplies are being airlifted to treatment sites. Migration Crackdown Politics (South Africa): President Ramaphosa escalated enforcement against undocumented hiring, warning employers could face imprisonment and deploying thousands of labour inspectors, while also insisting only authorised officials can act—amid xenophobic violence fears and political pushback. Health Innovation (South Africa): Ramaphosa launched Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection, targeting rollout to hundreds of public facilities. Regional Diplomacy (Egypt/Eritrea): Egypt’s El-Sisi met Eritrea’s Afwerki to deepen ties and coordinate on Sudan and Red Sea security. Bilateral Ties (Nigeria/Madagascar): Tinubu hosted Madagascar’s president in Abuja to strengthen cooperation on trade, integration, and regional stability. Blue Economy Push (Kenya): Kenya marked World Oceans Day in Kilifi, reaffirming marine conservation and sustainable use as part of its blue economy agenda. Digital Services Drive (Ghana): Ghana unveiled a strategy to scale outsourcing and digital services, positioning the country as a hub for exportable digital products and AfCFTA-linked markets. Wildlife Trade Debate (South Africa): South Africa moved to expand legal rhino horn and other wildlife exports via CITES exemptions, reigniting conservation concerns. Infrastructure and Jobs (Nigeria/Lagos): Nigeria plans to extend Lagos rail links to Murtala Muhammed Airport terminals to boost the aviation hub push.