Elections & Civic Space: South Sudan’s Human Rights Defenders Network has launched election monitoring across the full cycle, from voter registration to campaigns and online messaging, warning that December polls need an enabling environment without intimidation. UN & Rights Reporting: UNMISS trained civil society, journalists and rights defenders in Rumbek on documenting and reporting rights violations, stressing victim protection and accurate reporting. Security Council Diplomacy: South Sudan’s UN deputy envoy urged the UN to use precise language for organized armed groups and pushed back on claims about unilateral changes to the Revitalized Peace Agreement. EAC Election Framework: Cabinet reviewed South Sudan’s 10-year EAC membership and backed a proposal to clarify how South Sudanese EALA members will be elected through the national legislature. Sanctions & Sovereignty: China told the UN Security Council to lift sanctions on South Sudan, arguing they undermine state capacity and peace implementation. NEC Health Update: NEC Secretary General Gabriel Bol Deng Majok is recovering in Nairobi after successful surgery for a leg injury during civic and voter education preparations. Gender & Justice: High Court Judge Francis Amum called for gender-sensitive justice, urging judges to adopt a “third eye” to spot gender bias in legal pluralism. Ebola Watch (Region): DRC reported Ebola deaths rising to 1,887 and confirmed cases to 4,120, with a 45.8% fatality rate. UNESCO Milestone: UNESCO added South Sudan’s first World Heritage site, boosting tourism prospects and conservation support.