Ebola Watch: The DRC’s Ebola outbreak has become the deadliest in the country’s history, with deaths reported above 2,300 and the spread described by WHO as unprecedented—raising fears for South Sudan as cross-border movement continues. Border Economy & Trade: South Sudan has stepped up Ebola preparedness along the porous DRC border, screening hundreds of people daily at Nabiapai and pushing coordination to keep trade and travel from turning into a health risk. Transport Disruption: Kenyan truckers are threatening to boycott the DRC and South Sudan over insecurity on the Northern Corridor, warning that killings, extortion and harassment are forcing drivers to park and reroute cargo. Telecom Costs: South Sudan’s mobile operators (MTN, Zain, Digitel) have implemented the third and final tariff adjustment, increasing call and data charges amid pound depreciation and limited foreign currency. Revenue Push: South Sudan’s Economic Reform Committee says cash revenue collection improved in early August after measures like removing roadblocks and streamlining Nimule border collection. Women’s Livelihoods: IGAD launched a women’s economic resilience project in Eastern Equatoria to boost land access, jobs and peacebuilding participation. Insurance Innovation: Amanah Insurance is expanding in South Sudan with a surplus-sharing model that rewards eligible policyholders. Regional Integration: IGAD and partners trained South Sudan’s frontline border officers to support free movement protocol implementation and curb smuggling and illicit trade. Humanitarian Safety: World Humanitarian Day highlights record deaths of aid workers, with South Sudan listed among affected countries as aid cuts and insecurity bite.