Education Under Fire: The government has suspended academic and para-academic activities for the 2026-2027 year in 11 public higher education institutions in Goma and Bukavu, citing the security crisis and rivalry with AFC-M23—sparking sharp reactions, including from Denis Mukwege. Evolving War Tactics: In Fizi, two Burundi National Defense Force officers were arrested after a drone strike on Hotel Mwalu, with sources alleging they may have shared intelligence that helped M23 locate the site. Ebola and Daily Life: Eastern schools are reopening under strict health routines—handwashing, temperature checks, and limits on close contact—as the outbreak passes 3,000 deaths and health teams use anonymized mobile-phone data to anticipate spread. Public Health Pressure on Families: Reports from Bunia describe fear and hesitation among parents, especially as insecurity and displacement camps raise risk for children and other vulnerable groups. Kinshasa Mobility: Kinshasa’s long-awaited urban train is back after nearly 15 years, easing some traffic but drawing complaints over packed carriages, heat, and fare costs. Political Dialogue Clash: Major opposition groups rejected Tshisekedi’s proposed national dialogue, accusing it of paving the way for a third term and warning of protests. Cultural Continuity: Kinshasa’s rumba scene—kept alive at venues like La Creche—faces neglect even as the genre remains a UNESCO-listed source of pride.