Ebola Watch (DRC/Region): Eastern DRC’s Ebola outbreak is surging past 1,000 cases, with WHO warning the virus has spread to Uganda and could reach South Sudan within weeks; experts stress border surveillance, contact tracing, and safe burial as insecurity and displacement keep health teams from camps and urban areas. Saudi Travel Curbs: As fears rise, Saudi Arabia suspended travel and visas for citizens and arrivals linked to the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan, including via third countries within 21 days. Burundi (Gitega Crime): In Gitega, two bodies were found in three days, including a pregnant woman found dead in a guesthouse, renewing local concern over crime and prompting calls for investigations. Burundi (Refugee Movement): In Muyinga, ONPRA eased movement rules for Congolese refugees in Musasa and Kinama camps—free movement within camp areas and simpler logbook registration within host districts, while permits remain for travel beyond. Burundi (Transport Crisis): Bujumbura residents say the public transportation breakdown is worsening due to long waits and fuel shortages that immobilize vehicles. Burundi (Water & Health): Fishermen in Kajaga fear Ebola could cross from the DRC via daily lake traffic, while water access problems undermine hygiene efforts. Regional Politics/Justice: Niger’s military government moves to withdraw from the ICC, joining Burundi and the Philippines as states that have completed exit steps.