Telecom & Connectivity: Airtel Africa and Starlink launched Starlink Mobile in the DRC, enabling compatible smartphone users to get connectivity in non-terrestrial areas via satellite-to-mobile, with WhatsApp messaging and SMS support and no extra hardware needed. Ebola & Public Health: The DRC Ebola outbreak has surpassed 2,000 deaths (4,381 confirmed cases, 2,011 deaths), with WHO warning the virus is outpacing response; WHO is expanding treatment capacity in Lita and agencies urge faster detection, contact tracing, testing, and isolation. Mining Policy & Markets: Kinshasa’s ministerial order banning exports of copper and cobalt concentrates (with possible one-year waivers) and introducing a new tax regime could shift near-term price risk while details are clarified. Uranium in Cobalt Exports: The DRC opened an investigation into undeclared uranium contaminating cobalt exports, with plans to test shipments bound for China and consult the IAEA. Security & Conflict Spillovers: DRC and M23 began Doha peace-process implementation with the release of 15 detainees via ICRC facilitation, while eastern fighting continues to fuel instability. Aviation & Trade Links: Emirates reportedly scheduled its first passenger flights to Kinshasa (N’djili) from Feb. 3, 2027, a potential boost for business travel and freight capacity. Business Support: Fastercapital selected Kinshasa-based Muzungu Group to join Equitypilot, targeting execution-ready projects in agri-food, clean energy, urban sanitation, digital infrastructure, and local production.