Global Health Diplomacy: Merck Foundation’s 13th Africa Asia Luminary (June 18–19) brought together First Ladies from 12 African and Asian countries and healthcare leaders to push practical improvements in clinics, women’s health, and stigma-free care, with the “More Than a Mother” campaign at the center. Child Health Tech: Malawi hospitals using IMPALA, an AI patient monitoring system, reported 40%–51% fewer child deaths, as alerts help staff act earlier when a child’s condition worsens. Vaccine Push for Dengue: KNUST joined the DENSTAR project to fast-track licensure and rollout of DengiAll, a single-dose dengue vaccine, with Phase III trials planned in Africa and €11m+ secured for the work. Health & Energy Link: World Bank and AfDB’s Mission 300 says it has connected 50m+ people to electricity across 40 countries, aiming to reach 300m by 2030—framing power access as a driver for healthcare and jobs. Public Health Watch: A commentary urges African leaders to call for an end to industrial krill fishing in the Southern Ocean, warning it could harm the marine food chain that supports coastal livelihoods and health.