Ebola Response in DR Congo: DR Congo has begun vaccinating frontline health workers with the Ervebo vaccine in Kisangani (Tshopo) under a compassionate-use framework, with 50,000 doses prioritized for those at highest risk and 20,000 earmarked for a clinical trial; officials say the vaccine is licensed for the Zaire strain but may offer cross-protection against Bundibugyo as the outbreak keeps expanding. UN Funding Pressure: UN Secretary-General António Guterres appealed for an extra $1.1bn, warning the humanitarian plan is only 48% funded and resources could run out in weeks as confirmed cases and deaths climb. Schools Under Strain: Teachers and parents in Ebola-hit eastern provinces fear the Sept. 1 school reopening, citing inadequate prevention; authorities are using a green/orange/red risk system, with red zones shifting to home-based learning. National Dialogue Clash: Opposition groups rejected President Félix Tshisekedi’s national dialogue offer, arguing it is not inclusive, while Tshisekedi ruled out M23 participation and said a Washington peace framework remains the basis for talks. Cross-Border Measures: Canada extended Ebola-related border restrictions for another 30 days, keeping entry and visa decisions paused for residents of DR Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. Regional Humanitarian Movement: Tanzania, DR Congo and UNHCR started steps for voluntary repatriation of Congolese refugees ready to return, stressing safety, dignity, and no pressure.