Ebola Update: Ebola fears are widening as the DRC outbreak strains response capacity and health officials warn the virus could spread beyond Africa, with WHO reporting hundreds of suspected cases and deaths while neighbouring Uganda records confirmed infections. Somalia Politics: In Mogadishu, armed clashes between opposition forces and state security troops threaten Somalia’s fragile Ebola coordination, with the AU urging dialogue and protection of civilians. Kenya Protests: Protests turned violent in Nanyuki over a planned US Ebola quarantine centre at a military base, highlighting anger at how Americans exposed to the virus would be handled. DR Congo Football Disruption: Congo’s World Cup warm-up against Chile was cancelled after a Spanish town barred the match due to Ebola concerns, forcing the team to seek alternatives. Ethiopia Development Finance: Ethiopia’s House ratified ADB and IDA loan agreements to expand pastoralist food security and scale up the Productive Safety Net Program. Cape Town Homelessness: Cape Town opened a winter “Safe Sleeping Zone” pilot shelter for up to 60 people nightly, linking beds to social support and reintegration. Wildlife Crime: Philippines authorities arrested a resort manager in Cebu over alleged illegal possession of endangered wildlife, including African spurred tortoises and parrots. Security Debate (Nigeria): Atiku accuses Nigeria’s Tinubu government of inadequate counter-terrorism measures amid ongoing insecurity and attacks.