DR Congo Politics: The Senate passed a bill on referendums that could clear the way for President Félix Tshisekedi to push constitutional changes and seek a third term, after protests over the plan. Ebola Response: Reuters reports DR Congo’s Ebola teams are stretched thin—missing staff, transport, and isolation-ward materials—raising fears the outbreak could become the worst on record. Gaza Ceasefire Toll: Gaza’s Health Ministry says Israeli forces killed 1,005 Palestinians since the ceasefire, as strikes continue and the West Bank economy faces deeper collapse. Nigeria Child Protection: On International Day of the African Child, Nigeria’s federal government vowed to rescue abducted schoolchildren, while Amnesty warned of empty classrooms and ongoing attacks. Uganda Courts & Security: Uganda charged an attorney for opposition leader Kizza Besigye with concealing treason, escalating tensions with the army chief. Budget & Governance: Tanzania’s MPs urged tighter fiscal discipline and proposed a legal framework to manage unclaimed assets to boost budget execution. Regional Connectivity: Air Peace announced new Lagos routes to Douala, Libreville, Bamako and Conakry from August 1. Senegal Debt Watch: As IMF talks continue, investors increasingly see default as likely, with leaders still resisting restructuring. Namibia Traditional Leadership: A minister warned of an “underground capture” of traditional authorities, saying it could destabilize customary systems. Cybersecurity: Nigeria’s ISSAN warned cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated and now threaten business and national security.