Somalia Peace Funding Shock: Uganda’s Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba warned that UN logistical support for AUSSOM is already being cut, with UNSOS support ending by December and no clear successor—raising fears for stability and the health of communities caught in prolonged insecurity. Regional Humanitarian Strain: EEPA/IDN reports over 117,350 migrants deported from Libya, while Sudan’s North Kordofan faces deadly air strikes and worsening civilian harm, including child deaths and collapsing healthcare in displacement areas. Djibouti Link in Security Talks: Djibouti is named among the troop-contributing countries in the Kampala AUSSOM summit, where leaders are racing to reshape the mission as donor money runs out. Health & Aid Partnerships: IFRC and Kenya Red Cross leaders met President Ruto, with Djibouti Red Crescent Vice President Mahdi Mohammed in the delegation—highlighting preparedness for disease outbreaks and climate-linked emergencies. Health Projects Abroad: TIKA’s 2026 Development Ambassadors Program includes health projects in Djibouti and other countries, aiming to expand community health work through student-led initiatives. FGM Rights Under Pressure: A major legal fight over female genital mutilation continues in The Gambia, with renewed court action and harassment of survivors—an urgent reminder for regional safeguarding efforts.