Ebola Watch: WHO says the DRC’s Ebola outbreak is still not under control as North Kivu cases surge, even while Ituri and Haut-Uele see declines; children under five face the highest fatality risk, and many infections are detected only after people die in communities. Gender & Health: UN Women highlights how women and girls bear the heaviest Ebola burden—caring for patients at home, washing corpses, and facing higher risk when families lack protection. Public Health Beyond Clinics: The national malaria program reports the DRC carries a huge share of the world’s malaria burden and is pushing alternative severe-malaria treatments for children in remote areas. Church & Community Life: Cardinal Ambongo urges Kinshasa’s Catholic Church to move from isolated efforts to real collaboration, calling for pastoral renewal and teamwork. Culture & Payments: Visa Pay names Congolese music star Fally Ipupa brand ambassador, betting on digital payments to advance the country’s cashless agenda. Sports & Youth: A Kinshasa review spotlights community spirit in the city’s shadows, while cyclist Miguel Masaisai’s “Pedals for Peace” ends in tragedy after a crash. Transport Safety: More than 40 are missing after a passenger boat sinks on Lake Tanganyika, underscoring frequent risks from outdated vessels. Regional Tensions: In Burundi, Banyamulenge arrests widen around a detained 70-year-old catechist, reflecting heightened scrutiny amid DRC-Rwanda strains. Trade & Mobility: Kenyan firms plan a DRC-Kenya trade mission in Kinshasa to build two-way partnerships and supply chains. Mining & Tech: KoBold Metals expands in the DRC using AI-guided exploration to chase critical minerals and challenge China’s dominance.