Church & Unity: The Archbishop of Canterbury preached in Bujumbura at the Installation of Archbishop-Elect Eraste Bigirimana, urging unity and faithful service, after meeting Kenya’s Primate Jackson Ole Sapit and exchanging symbolic gifts. Public Health: WHO says Burundi and four other African countries have stopped polio type 2 transmission after independent assessments, but stresses continued vaccination and surveillance. Ebola Preparedness: ECSA-HC launched a six-month regional emergency plan to protect DRC-linked trade and migration corridors, including Burundi, by strengthening border health teams and rapid reporting. University & Youth: Burundi’s government plans to relaunch student catering at the University of Burundi from 2 September, with over 11 billion Burundian francs earmarked to support about 4,000 students after years of neglect. Urban Life: Bujumbura residents face a drinking-water shortage, with long queues and costly water transport, while a major fire gutted two shopping malls, leaving merchants scrambling. Safety & Daily Risks: Missing Regideso manhole covers in Bubanza are injuring people and endangering children, as residents improvise risky fixes. Culture & Sports: Burundi’s Umuco Youth Choir is set to join the Incheon International Choral Festival, and Top Girls Academy FC will take part in CECAFA Zone qualifiers.