Global Health Aid & Rights: Human Rights Watch warns the US is conditioning health aid to African countries on access to surveillance data and pathogen samples, raising privacy and human rights concerns. Cervical Cancer Push: UT MD Anderson joins a global consortium (EPICC) to accelerate cervical cancer elimination through vaccination, screening and treatment support across medically underserved settings. Mozambique Health & Policy: Mozambique approved an international tender to pick a private partner for the country’s first vehicle assembly plant under a public-private partnership, aiming to cut transport costs and boost local manufacturing. Mozambique Church & Safety: Mozambique mourns Bishop Osório Citora Afonso of Quelimane, found shot dead at his residence; authorities say the perpetrator is unknown. Mental Health & Harm: In Malawi, police arrested three family members for allegedly vandalising an aunt’s home after witchcraft accusations linked to a mental health condition. Health Access in Motion: IOM’s “HIV Knows No Borders” works with mobile communities around Beitbridge to reduce HIV testing stigma and improve sexual and reproductive health and child protection. Digital Inclusion: Paratus Mozambique expands connectivity support in remote communities, building online learning access for students and educators. Trade & Jobs Angle: CTA says Mozambique exports to Poland hit $100m in 2024, with hopes to grow into factories, jobs and innovation. Xenophobia Fallout (Regional): Anti-migrant violence in South Africa continues to drive mass repatriations, including Malawians and Mozambicans, with health and safety risks for displaced families.