Ebola Response: The East African Community is convening emergency health ministers’ talks to coordinate a regional push against the fast-moving Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo and Uganda, with cross-border surveillance and rapid response measures in focus. Public Health Tech: APOPO’s HeroRATs are being highlighted for speeding up tuberculosis screening by sniffing out positive samples in seconds, offering a low-cost boost to case-finding. Regional Diplomacy: South Korea and African foreign ministers are meeting in Seoul to strengthen cooperation on supply chains, energy and food security, with President Lee set to host African ministers at Cheongwadae. Aviation & Standards: Liberia has started the process to secure its first ICAO Aerodrome Operating Certificate for Roberts International Airport, a major step for aviation safety and development. Tax & Digital Governance: Ghana says its tax system is now more data-driven and enforcement-focused after rolling out the Integrated Tax Administration System, tightening audits and compliance. Culture & Community: Dunmanway in West Cork held its first Africa Day with music, African cuisine and performances, while Carnival Calabar 2026 unveiled its theme “Rethinking Our Collective Destiny.” Security: Nigeria and the US carried out another precision airstrike in Borno, reportedly killing 21 ISWAP fighters.