Mental Health (Regional): Comoros is set to take part in a WHO-led East and Southern Africa mental health workshop in Johannesburg, where countries will share progress and prepare a rapid mental health landscape analysis ahead of the 7th Global Ministerial Mental Health Summit in Kigali. Neglected Tropical Disease (Chikungunya): New research warns chikungunya could expand into cooler temperate regions as climate change shifts mosquito habitats, raising the risk for places that currently see only travel-related cases. Health Access & Rights (Comoros): Six former Comorian prime ministers have urged President Azali Assoumani to allow jailed ex-president Ahmed Abdallah Sambi to seek medical care abroad, saying his health is worsening and calling for clemency while guaranteeing his return. Health & Care (Medical travel): Tanzania’s diplomacy push is credited with boosting medical tourism after a 2025 Comoros visit, including treatment for thousands of Comorian patients and referrals for specialized care. Health & Safety (Maritime): Drone attacks in Ukraine’s Black Sea corridor injured crew on foreign vessels flying the Comoros flag, with medical assistance provided and fires contained.