Air Quality & Public Health: On the UN’s International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, a new Africa Air Quality Brief says more than 20 African countries still miss even the WHO’s loosest air pollution targets, with PM2.5 linked to serious lung and heart harm. Health Financing: A new push on debt swaps argues they can turn fiscal savings into health funding, pointing to Africa’s Debt2Health experience under the Global Fund. Malaria Watch: Namibia reports 122 malaria deaths and 122,612 cases this year and is preparing indoor residual spraying for 1.2 million households, after a review found prevention planning and rollout gaps. Rabies Risk at Sea: Scientists warn of an unusual rabies outbreak among Cape fur seals across the Benguela Current region, urging people not to touch sick or dead seals because rabies is fatal without prompt treatment. Food Safety: Foods Alive Inc (Angola, Indiana) recalls 8-ounce organic moringa leaf powder over possible Salmonella contamination after a supplier test flagged the issue; no illnesses reported yet. Access to Care via Connectivity: In Mbanza Kongo’s Madimba commune, residents say Conecta Angola network upgrades are helping link families and critical transfers to INEMA and the Hospital Provincial do Zaire. Child Rights & Health Services: Amnesty reports Angolan children in Namibia face barriers to birth registration, education and healthcare, increasing risks of exploitation and trafficking. Climate & Health Systems: Namibia’s 2026/27 rainfall outlook warns of below-normal rains and hotter conditions driven by El Niño, raising stakes for water, farming and disaster response.