Travel Safety & Health Risks: The UK Foreign Office updated its “do not travel” list, flagging 76 destinations worldwide for security, health risks, and legal differences—reminding travelers that ignoring advice can invalidate insurance and limit consular help. Ethiopia Election Violence: EEPA reports polling disruptions and security incidents around Ethiopia’s 7th general election, including the killing of at least 37 Orthodox Christians in Oromia and widespread burning of homes. Alcohol & Public Health: A 2026 Data Commons report ranks Uganda as Africa’s top alcohol consumer (11.30 litres per person annually), with Burkina Faso also among the highest—highlighting ongoing health and social risks from heavy drinking. HIV/HPV & Anal Cancer: A new focus on squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal (SCAC) points to higher risk among people living with HIV and HPV, with newer immunotherapy options improving outlook for some patients. US Visa Processing Changes (Djibouti Included): AP reports the US will cut visa-processing sites across Africa from nearly 50 to 20 hubs, listing Djibouti among the remaining locations. Snakebite Risk From Climate Change: WHO-linked research warns snakebite risk is rising as venomous snakes expand into new areas due to warming temperatures and land pressure.