Ebola Response: Chinese medical experts in DR Congo say the fight against the second-largest Ebola outbreak must shift from treatment to prevention at the source, as WHO reports thousands of confirmed cases. LGBTQ Funding Shock: A new report says 90% of LGBTQ and intersex rights groups worldwide have lost funding since January 2025, with many pointing to US-linked donors. Sports & State Welfare: Kenya’s Sports Ministry says it has settled Harambee Stars allowances after a training boycott, while Uganda’s football and rugby stories keep attention on national team preparation. Public Finance & Local Services: Uganda’s finance minister warns that absenteeism and weak supervision are undermining local government service delivery. Refugee Management: Relief minister Sam Engola warns against corruption in refugee registration and stresses dignity for asylum seekers. Justice & Elections: Masaka High Court begins hearing a petition challenging Kalungu West MP Joseph Gozanga Ssewungu’s election. Social Security: NSSF declares a record 22.53% interest rate for members’ savings. Culture as Economy: Government moves to turn Uganda’s cultural heritage into a jobs and tourism engine through financing for creative businesses. Firefighting Cooperation: Uganda and Denmark explore a government-to-government framework to upgrade firefighting, prevention and emergency rescue capacity.