Refugee Life in South Africa: A new study listens to Burundian asylum seekers living in Chatsworth, Durban, showing why they fled—conflict, political violence, persecution—and how “integration without camps” still means navigating fragile jobs, housing pressures, and tense social spaces. Climate & Malaria: A Nature study finds climate change is “moving” malaria: overall risk is slightly higher, but hotspots may cool as heat makes conditions harder for mosquitoes, while southern and East Africa—including parts projected for Burundi—could see rising childhood malaria risk. EAC Agriculture Funding: East African experts warn that agricultural transformation under the Kampala CAADP agenda is being held back less by political promises and more by financing, budget execution, and capacity to implement. Digital Inclusion: The Abuja “Meaningful Connectivity” push targets Africa’s low mobile internet use (despite coverage), calling for affordability, skills, and locally relevant digital services. AI for Universities: IUCEA launches a regional AI network and 2026–2031 plan to connect East African universities on responsible AI education and research. Cashew Skills in Mombasa: The African Cashew Alliance trains 81 actors from 11 countries, including Burundi, to boost production, processing, value addition, and market access. Ebola Response Watch: Africa CDC flags operational constraints in DRC’s fast-growing Ebola outbreak while noting Uganda’s progress. Regional Health Procurement: Kenya and partners, including Burundi, plan a framework to jointly procure emergency medical supplies during outbreaks.