Food Security: China completed the handover of the final consignment of emergency wheat and rice to South Sudan in Juba, totaling 3,256 metric tons, as communities continue to face severe shortages. Water & Climate Resilience: Egypt-funded groundwater infrastructure was inaugurated at the University of Juba, a step toward improving access to safer water for students and surrounding communities. Conservation & Biodiversity: Scientists used tiny satellite tags to map migratory shorebirds’ routes across Africa to Arctic breeding grounds, highlighting new stopover areas that need protection. Wildlife & Land Use: UN/UNESCO is set to expand its “World Heritage in Danger” list over conflict and climate threats, keeping pressure on countries to protect natural and cultural sites. Energy & Environment Governance: South Sudan is pushing reforms to attract new investment across the oil value chain, while local concerns remain about clearer rules and environmental safeguards. Public Health: Canada tightened Ebola-related entry rules for foreign nationals who visited the DRC in the past 21 days, as the outbreak death toll in Congo rose above 930. Local Governance & Sanitation: Juba City Council passed the Property Tax Bylaw 2026, with revenue earmarked for services including waste management and sanitation. Agriculture & Livelihoods: A Jur River commissioner urged farmers to invest in agriculture as a practical route to jobs and reduced hunger, even as rains become less reliable. Elections & Peacebuilding: Bishops called for dialogue and full implementation of the 2018 peace agreement, while VP Igga urged youth to lead peacebuilding and sustainable development.