School Fire Tragedy (DRC): In Bukavu, eastern DR Congo, a fire swept through two adjacent schools, killing at least 24 students (reports vary up to 26) and injuring dozens; officials say the blaze began near a house and spread to Ujamaa primary and Furaha secondary, with a narrow exit contributing to a stampede and suffocation. Ebola Alert (DRC): Africa CDC says the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak is spreading beyond its epicenter, with cases and deaths rising in North Kivu and Haut-Uele amid insecurity, displacement, and health worker strike conditions. Cash-to-Digital Push (Rwanda): Rwanda’s central bank launched #TwagiyeKashiresi to close the gap between digital account access and cash use, noting cash still covers major spending like medical bills and school fees. Health System Quality Check (Rwanda): Health Minister Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana toured Nyanza District facilities, highlighting Community Health Workers as the backbone of decentralized care and urging youth to protect their health. Preparedness Training (Rwanda): GLIDE concluded its Disease Elimination & Eradication Course in Rwanda, training public health leaders from multiple countries to turn disease plans into action. Regional Health Context: Reports also highlight ongoing strain on care capacity in Ebola-affected areas, with pediatric-focused supportive treatment described as critical where vaccines and antivirals are limited.