El Niño & hunger risk: FAO and WFP have appealed for over $200m to protect 8.8 million people across 22 high-risk African countries, including Somalia, warning El Niño could bring extreme weather and worsen food insecurity. Ebola research push: Africa CDC chief Jean Kaseya welcomed the start of clinical trials for therapeutics targeting the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in DRC and Uganda, saying there are no licensed vaccines or targeted tools yet. Somalia aid snapshot: KSrelief reported $257.17m in Somalia-focused projects covering food security, healthcare, nutrition, water and sanitation, shelter, and protection. Somalia security & health access: Reports say U.S. moves to block UN logistical support for the AU peace mission are raising fears for the fight against al-Shabaab, with knock-on effects for stability and humanitarian access. Piracy & safety at sea: Recent hijackings off the Horn highlight piracy’s return; in parallel, Somali pirates held in India pleaded guilty and sought leniency. Somali health workers affected by displacement: A separate report notes worsening humanitarian conditions and malnutrition risks in conflict-affected areas across the region, including Somalia-linked displacement pressures.