Ebola Watch: The IRC warns DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak is “likely far worse” than official figures, citing delayed detection and only about 20% of contacts traced—raising fears of spread toward Burundi and South Sudan. Vaccine Push: Three vaccine makers secured up to $50m to develop a shot against the Bundibugyo strain as medics struggle to contain widening suspected cases. Cross-Border Health Controls: Kenya faces protests over a U.S.-funded Ebola isolation facility after a court temporarily blocked it, while Russia says it has stepped up border health screenings for travelers from affected African countries. Regional Security: UN officials meeting in Bujumbura urged stronger Central Africa cooperation on conflict prevention, mediation, and new threats like disinformation and election tensions. Transport & Trade Links: KeNHA has started feasibility work for a 245-km Mau Summit–Eldoret–Malaba highway under a PPP, aiming to improve connectivity with Uganda, Burundi and the DRC. Agribusiness Exports: China will open its market to eligible coffee beans from all 53 African countries with diplomatic ties from July 20, using unified phytosanitary rules—good news for Burundi’s coffee trade. Youth & Public Health: SOS Médias Burundi reports a surge in cheap, high-alcohol beverages across Bujumbura and provinces, with some drinks reportedly reaching very high alcohol levels.