Mpox Watch: WHO reports 11 African countries had active mpox transmission in the six weeks to 16 August 2026, with Angola among the hardest hit (184 confirmed cases) and a warning that figures may be undercounted due to reporting delays and weaker surveillance. Patient Safety: Angola-linked coverage highlights medication errors as a growing risk to people with chronic conditions, with calls for better diagnosis, clearer communication, and safer prescribing and dispensing ahead of World Patient Safety Day. Quality in Care: Ges-Saúde in Luanda says patient safety must be shared across health workers, managers, institutions, and families, and urges safer diagnostics, patient involvement, and screening even without symptoms. Health Workforce & Training: Angola’s sports team preparation includes medical testing and recovery sessions for beach football players, showing how routine health checks are being built into training. Digital Health Access: Africell secured a $99.6m EXIM loan to upgrade mobile network technology in Angola, aiming to support wider digital services that can reach areas like healthcare and education. Public Health Context: WEF’s Global Gender Gap 2026 flags progress as “fragile,” with health and survival still part of the gender parity picture.