Constitutional Tension in Kinshasa: Opposition groups under the C64 coalition clashed with security forces during a protest against constitutional reform, as opponents warn the push could enable a third presidential term. Digital Identity for Finance and Services: DRC launched RDC-Pass, a national digital ID platform under a 20-year PPP with Trident Digital Tech DRC Africa, aiming to cut fraud and speed access to e-government and financial services. Ebola Surge and No-Lockdown Message: Ebola cases in the DRC rose to 710 with 149 deaths; authorities say there is no nationwide lockdown and are scaling surveillance, contact tracing, targeted vaccination, and community engagement. Health System Strain on the Ground: Reports from Ituri describe facilities lacking tests and protective gear, with suspected cases not being tested and staff facing high risk. Court Ruling in UN Expert Killing Case: Congo’s military court sentenced 54 people to death over the 2017 killings of UN investigators Michael Sharp and Zaida Catalan, including a senior officer. Cross-Border Mineral Smuggling Watch: An NGO says looted coltan from eastern DRC is smuggled via Rwanda into global supply chains, raising pressure on regional enforcement and corporate sourcing. Energy Risk for Cobalt Output: Chronic power shortages and aging hydro infrastructure are threatening stable cobalt production, forcing miners toward costly self-generation or reduced processing. U.S. Deportations Create Uncertainty: US-deported migrants in Congo face an uncertain status as visas near expiry and plans remain unclear, with IOM playing a key role in their confinement and movement.