Ebola Response Under Strain (DRC): Africa CDC says the DRC’s Ebola outbreak is the fastest-growing on record, with 3,442 confirmed cases and 1,521 deaths, while operational limits are slowing detection and contact tracing; Africa CDC also praised Uganda’s containment and plans a visit to Bunia to boost frontline response. Malaria Risk Shifts With Climate: A Nature study finds climate change is “moving” malaria—slightly increasing overall childhood malaria, raising risk in southern and East Africa as today’s hotspots cool, and reducing spread where it’s already very hot. Solar-Powered EVs Take Off: African EV makers are exploring vehicle-integrated photovoltaics to turn abundant sunlight into extra onboard energy, aiming to cut emissions where charging infrastructure is still limited. U.S. Visa Bond Policy Goes Permanent: The U.S. makes its visa bond requirement permanent for certain B1/B2 applicants from 50 countries, with bonds up to $20,000—Burundi is listed among affected nations. Regional Health Procurement Plan (East Africa): Kenya and 10 other countries, including Burundi, are developing a framework to jointly procure emergency medical supplies during outbreaks, reducing costs and reliance on overseas suppliers. East Africa Single Currency Push: Central bank governors from the region, including Burundi, renewed plans for a single regional currency by 2031, noting uneven progress on convergence targets. Burundi in the Spotlight (Diplomacy): Ethiopia’s foreign minister held bilateral talks with Burundi’s counterpart on AU Executive Council preparations and stronger intra-African cooperation.