TB Vaccine Push: South Africa’s Department of Health says preparations are under way for a new TB vaccine (M72/ASO1E) after phase three trials progress, with production and supply discussions involving the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Serum Institute of India. Cancer Care Upgrade: Zambia’s Cancer Diseases Hospital in Lusaka has reopened after a US$31m radiotherapy and imaging upgrade, resuming treatment for hundreds of patients who had been waiting. Workplace Health Policy: Zambia’s President Hichilema ordered health workers not to use personal mobile phones while on duty, with plans to limit network access in facilities to reduce distractions. Court & Housing Rights: A Western Cape High Court ruled Knysna municipality tried to bypass eviction law in an attempt to demolish about 90 occupied homes, ordering ablution facilities and further reporting. Burn Injury Case: A woman in North West was arrested for allegedly scalding another woman with boiling water; the victim was hospitalised with severe burns. Community Health & Environment: Durban’s municipal departments launched a recycling programme at Ningizimu Special School, including Health Department involvement. Road Safety: A bus crash near Trompsburg saw 11 deaths and dozens injured, with medical treatment underway. Cost-of-Living Health Link: Food inflation eased to a near 16-year low, with commentary pointing to GMOs and precision farming as key drivers.