Justice & Memory: A UN-backed Special Criminal Court in Bangui opened the in-absentia trial of former CAR president François Bozizé over alleged crimes against humanity and war abuses committed by his security forces between 2009 and 2013, including murder, enforced disappearances, torture and rape. Culture & Reintegration: In Uganda, 46 former LRA returnees repatriated from South Sudan are set to undergo Acholi traditional cleansing and reconciliation rituals to help them reconnect with their communities. Health & Women’s Leadership: The Merck Foundation’s 13th Africa Asia Luminary brought together First Ladies from 12 countries, including CAR’s First Lady Brigitte Touadéra, to discuss healthcare capacity, women’s empowerment and stigma-free access to care. Rights & Deportations: Religious leaders in CAR say they were shocked by US deportations of migrants sent to Bangui under “third-country” deals, raising concerns about people being returned despite credible fears of persecution. Energy & Daily Life: World Bank and AfDB reported Mission 300 has connected over 50 million people to electricity across 40 African countries, with CAR mentioned among countries signing new compacts.