Livestock & Health Systems: African leaders, including Somalia, backed a push to make pastoral livestock trade more competitive by cutting barriers, boosting animal health services, and improving cross-border rules—aiming to strengthen food security and jobs. Immunisation Alarm: Pakistan’s medical association declared a national public health emergency over 651,000 “zero-dose” infants, underscoring how routine vaccine gaps can quickly turn into outbreaks—an urgent warning for the wider region including Somalia. Somalia Health Workforce & Regulation: A commentary highlights gaps in Somalia’s pharmacy education and regulation, arguing that stronger training and oversight are needed so medicines are used safely and consistently. Climate & Disease Risk: Experts warn the Greater Horn could face a multi-country polycrisis as weak rains and El Niño effects combine with conflict and disease pressures, raising the odds of floods, food shortages, and health emergencies. Security Disruptions to Care: Heavy fighting in Baidoa and a police commander killing in Puntland’s Mudug add pressure on hospitals and access to services. Policy & Funding: Puntland launched a health cost recovery policy to improve sustainable healthcare funding, while Somalia’s broader dependence on foreign security support remains a concern. Education & Innovation: Somali National University launched the Somali National Artificial Intelligence Centre, with plans that include practical work in healthcare and other public services. Travel & Access: Turkey expanded e-visa access for some African countries but left Somalia out, potentially affecting travel for medical care and education.