Mining & Infrastructure: A wooden bridge in Hombo (Walikale territory) collapsed into the Luhoho River on June 3, leaving both sides cut off; locals say no deaths were reported, but the split between two administrative sectors is already threatening food supply and commerce, with calls for urgent repair. Ebola & Public Health Policy: The DRC’s Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has become the second largest ever recorded, with WHO reporting 3,605 confirmed cases and 1,587 deaths as of July 30, and Ituri driving most cases; meanwhile, Kinshasa says daily life remains normal as prevention messaging continues. Ebola Response & Misinformation: Frontline efforts are being undermined by rumors and mistrust, including attacks on Red Cross volunteers during safe-burial operations, while UNICEF highlights the scale of humanitarian logistics and psychosocial support needs. Trade & Industry: Kinshasa renewed cement and lime import restrictions (grey cement/clinker in western and southeastern regions; lime in the southeast) with an exemption pathway via SEGUCE-RDC to protect domestic producers. Aviation & Connectivity: Air Congo announced a new direct Kinshasa–Paris route starting Aug 1, adding Paris to its recent Brussels service. Diplomacy & Mobility: The US will stop routine visa processing at 25 African posts from Aug 1, redirecting applicants to regional hubs including Kinshasa. Security & Regional Politics: Kinshasa and Kigali traded accusations over a proposed FDLR disarmament protocol, raising new tensions around the Washington peace process.