El Niño & Hunger Watch: Climate experts warn El Niño is strengthening fast, raising risks of heatwaves, floods and droughts across East Africa, including Somalia—threatening food, nutrition, water and health systems. Food Security in Camps: New IPC analysis flags a sharp hunger spike among refugees in Ali Addeh and Holl-Holl camps, with nearly 70% facing crisis levels or worse. Galmudug Health & Services: SINCAD has nominated Abduqadir Abdullahi Diriye Adawe for Galmudug presidency, pledging improved security plus expanded access to education and healthcare. Health System Funding Pressure: A report on UK aid cuts says Somalia could face major reductions, raising concerns for frontline health and humanitarian support. Pharmacy Regulation Gap: A Somalia-focused commentary highlights weak pharmacy education, accreditation and regulation after years of conflict, calling for stronger standards. Public Health Context: Uganda’s Ebola-free countdown begins while DR Congo’s outbreak worsens—an example of how fragile health responses can be in the region. Health-Linked Crime: In Minnesota’s Feeding Our Future child nutrition fraud case, a suspected Somali-linked ringleader was extradited to face charges, underscoring risks to aid meant for vulnerable children.