Student Life Under Strain: In Goma and Bukavu, students in North and South Kivu are demanding the resumption of classes after authorities suspended academic and para-academic activities in 11 public higher education institutions, calling for catch-up exams, internships and a reorganized calendar. Political Tension in Kinshasa: Opposition-led protests against proposed constitutional changes—seen as a path to a possible third term for President Félix Tshisekedi—were met with tear gas, warning shots, clashes, and dozens of arrests across Kinshasa and other cities. Ebola’s Gender Toll: UN Women highlights how women and girls are hit hardest in the DRC Ebola outbreak, since they do much of home-based care and face higher risk in the transmission chain. Ebola Update: The government says the outbreak may have peaked, even as UN officials warn it’s too early to declare victory, with cases still rising in some areas. Bukavu School Tragedy: Funerals continue for 26 children killed in a school fire and stampede in Bukavu, while civil society calls the wider pattern of “mysterious fires” a humanitarian catastrophe. Women’s Health & Climate: Kinshasa is hosting talks to integrate sexual and reproductive health and gender equality into national climate plans. Community Sports: A Kinshasa tournament in Bandalungwa is launched to use sport and culture to support girls and young women. Urban Cleanliness Debate: Kinshasa’s “builders” (ex-gang members in the national service) are clearing rubbish, but reports of intimidation and beatings are spreading online. Burundi Crackdown: In Bujumbura, arrests linked to the Banyamulenge community widen around Pastor Jalos Nkunda Kilaya amid regional tensions tied to the DRC conflict.