Ebola Response: The UK pledged an extra £51m to fight the Congo Ebola outbreak, aiming to boost surveillance, infection prevention and control, treatment access and safe burials as cases and deaths rise in DRC. Cancer & Caregiving: A Mauritius-focused health column highlights how human connection can support healing alongside treatment, sharing a cancer patient’s experience of reaching out and feeling emotionally supported. Medical Education Legal Ruling: India’s Jharkhand High Court ruled that fees paid to a medical college are a standard financial transaction and not “entrustment” for criminal breach of trust, after allegations involving S.S.R. Medical College, Mauritius. Food & Nutrition Business: Shoprite’s acquisition of Vida e Caffè (and R&A Cellular) signals growth in coffee and quick-service formats, with Vida operating across several African countries including Mauritius. Digital Safety: Hungry Lion reported exposed customer credentials linked to online portals, raising cybersecurity concerns for consumers across the region. Health Systems Planning: Africa’s weekly health update spotlights support for three 10-year strategies to strengthen health systems. Public Health & Travel Risks: Thailand’s visa-free stay reduction may affect travel patterns, while coverage also flags risks around nightlife tourism, including sexual exploitation and STI concerns.