Commonwealth Health Response: A new review of the Commonwealth’s role during COVID-19 says African members got strong political support on vaccines and debt relief, but delivery of practical results was limited. Fragile-State Funding: Another analysis warns that aid cuts are harming fragile countries and pushing them further from building their own health and governance capacity. Public Health & Water: Researchers are mapping Africa’s groundwater to help communities find safer drinking-water sources as droughts and heavy rains become more erratic. Diabetes & Hypertension Awareness: Merck Foundation, with Africa’s First Ladies, announced 2025 Fashion, Song and Film Award winners focused on women’s health, stigma reduction, and early detection of diabetes and hypertension. Mental Health & Psychedelics Debate: An op-ed argues the U.S. could accelerate psychedelic medicine, using ibogaine’s regulatory hurdles and risks as a key example. Cameroon Health Speculation: Cameroon’s president Paul Biya’s long absence has sparked renewed questions about stability and his health, alongside a military reshuffle. Health System Financing (Global): Japan approved a loan to support universal health care reforms in the Philippines, including financing, service quality, and accountability.