Ebola Watch (DRC): The Bundibugyo outbreak in eastern Congo is worsening, with officials reporting 101 deaths and 550 confirmed cases, as insecurity and incomplete contact tracing slow containment. Counterterrorism (Nigeria): Nigeria’s Operation Hadin Kai says two senior ISWAP figures surrendered in Yobe, including a suspected VBIED specialist, with intelligence expected to help dismantle networks around Lake Chad. Food Security (World Bank): A new World Bank warning flags severe food and nutrition insecurity for 52.9 million people across West and Central Africa between June and August, driven by conflict, trade disruptions, and higher input costs. Climate & Agriculture (El Niño): The Japanese Meteorological Agency has formally declared El Niño onset, raising risks of rainfall and crop disruptions and intensifying food inflation concerns. Water & Infrastructure (Morocco): Morocco is pushing wind-powered desalination to secure water for 7.5 million people, even as long-term costs and access issues remain. Trade & Borders (EAC): East African business groups urge Tanzania and Burundi to publish clear lists of commonly traded goods under the EAC simplified trade rules to cut delays and help small traders. Digital Growth (Africa): Google expands Ask Gemini in Chrome to Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa, while ACI Worldwide and Kwik Payments go live to boost digital payments across South Africa and beyond. Cocoa (Ghana): Fairtrade Africa launches a farmer-led cocoa rehabilitation programme to restore ageing farms, protect forests, and lift productivity amid falling yields and prices. Education Safety (Edo, Nigeria): Edo State shuts three schools in Akoko-Edo over credible security threats, allowing WASSCE candidates to sit under supervision. World Cup (US/Ebola): Ahead of the 2026 tournament, the WHO reiterates it does not support Ebola travel bans, while the US continues pushing stricter entry rules.