Rwanda–DRC Diplomacy: Israel hosted DRC President Félix Tshisekedi and Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, with talks also touching security, economic ties, and the implementation of a peace agreement involving Rwanda. Regional Integration Through Sport: Forty cyclists from EAC partner states and Zimbabwe launched a 55-day, 6,000km “Great Africa Cycling Safari” that will pass through Uganda, Kenya, Burundi and Rwanda to promote people-centred integration. Rwanda’s Development Tech: Rwanda’s drone delivery model is highlighted as a practical development tool, including medical deliveries like blood, vaccines and medicines. Insurance Expansion: Continental Reinsurance received a licence to open a representative office in Kigali, aiming to deepen local market support for insurers and brokers. Water Security for Farming: Rwanda must expand water storage more than eightfold by 2034 to meet irrigation demand, as current capacity is far below what agriculture needs. Cost Pressures in Industry: Producer prices rose 20.8% in July, driven by sharp jumps in mining and electricity costs. Banking for Workers: Bank of Kigali launched an “Employee Banking Solution” to bundle payroll, savings, loans and digital services for employers and staff. Public Health Emergency: UN relief chief warns response must outpace Ebola spread in eastern DRC as cases and deaths climb amid a major funding gap. Food Systems Focus in Kigali: Africa Food Systems Forum opened in Kigali, spotlighting financing, climate resilience, post-harvest losses and market access. Trade Rules Update: Rwanda published a formal list of 10 categories of goods banned from import or export by individuals and foreigners. EAC Youth and Women’s Cricket: Nigeria booked semi-finals in the 2027 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup qualifier after beating Malawi, while Uganda narrowly lost to Nigeria in another match. Rwanda–Switzerland Talks: Rwanda and Switzerland held second-round political consultations in Bern to broaden cooperation beyond diplomacy. EAC Energy Race: Rwanda is considering a stake in Kenya’s proposed Lamu refinery as East Africa competes to build fuel hubs.