Field Hospital Care in Somalia: Lt. Dr. Victoria Namagga leads medical work at an AUSSOM field hospital in Mogadishu, treating patients from multiple countries including Djibouti and supporting local communities amid constant demand and limited rest. Horn of Africa Rainfall Alert: IGAD’s ICPAC warns of wetter-than-normal October–December rains, with major knock-on effects for agriculture, water, food security, and public health across southern Ethiopia, Somalia, and parts of Kenya. Chronic Disease Medicine Shortages (Yemen): A Sana’a hospital authority links severe gaps in anesthetics and emergency drugs to the 12-year Saudi blockade and airport closures, with some supplies reportedly diverted to Djibouti and arriving spoiled. Malaria Surveillance Push (Yemen): The U.S. Navy is seeking contractor support for data collection and medical surveillance as malaria resurges, aiming to prevent wider spread and protect personnel. Djibouti’s Malaria Link (Mosquito Spread): A new genomic study traces the urban malaria mosquito’s spread, describing Djibouti as a “bridgehead” seeding invasions toward Yemen and Ethiopia. Maritime Safety (Gulf of Aden): The IMO says six vessels and 90+ seafarers are held by pirates after a hijacking, urging urgent release and stronger security preparedness. Somaliland U.S. Visit: Somaliland’s president is set to travel to Washington seeking broader recognition, following Israel’s recognition and amid uncertainty over possible U.S. steps. Wildfire Tragedy (Oklahoma): A federal wildlife officer died while helping evacuate residents during the Railroad South Fire; officials highlight the health risks faced by responders during disasters.