Ebola Cross-Border Alarm: Humanitarian groups warn Ebola could spread from eastern DR Congo into South Sudan as the outbreak surges to 60 affected health zones, with WHO teams and UNMISS-supported screening at border crossings in Ezo, Western Equatoria. Blood Supply Crisis: WHO says South Sudan still relies too much on family and replacement blood donors, with voluntary non-remunerated donations low, risking delays for women in childbirth, trauma victims and surgery patients. Cattle Raid Death Toll: In Warrap’s Tonj North, armed raiders attacked a cattle camp and nearby village, killing at least 49 and injuring 33, with authorities blaming a cross-border criminal network linked to Unity State. Diplomacy Ahead of Elections: South Sudan summoned ambassadors of Germany, Japan, Norway and the U.S. over a joint statement urging dialogue and accountability, saying it was divisive as December elections approach. Human Rights Planning: The South Sudan Human Rights Commission launched its 2026–2028 strategic plan in Juba to strengthen rights protection, accountability and inclusive development. Aid Diversion Crackdown: Northern Bahr el Ghazal banned the sale of humanitarian supplies in local markets and confiscated Plumpy’Nut and Corn-Soy Blend, expanding searches to counties. Breastfeeding Update: UNICEF reports only about 71% of mothers exclusively breastfeed for the first six months, urging earlier initiation and continued breastfeeding with proper complementary feeding.