Heat & Health in Tunisia: An intense heatwave is pushing Tunisia’s electricity demand to new highs, driving rolling power cuts that are disrupting daily life and raising safety worries for the elderly, the sick, and people needing medical equipment. Prison Health Under Extreme Heat: Fresh concerns surround jailed opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi after an eyewitness said he fainted in Mornaguia prison amid temperatures reported at 52°C. National Vaccines & Digital Care: Tunisia is preparing a 2027–2030 national vaccination strategy and is also moving toward a citizen health portal, “Sahetna.tn,” to unify appointments and medical records. Food Safety During Outages: A practical guide explains how long refrigerated and frozen food stays safe during power cuts, and when to discard. Public Health Risks From Industry: Residents in Gabès report respiratory problems linked to phosphate plant emissions, with children among those most affected. Health Security in Africa: A new Africa Health Security index finds progress but warns no country is fully prepared for outbreaks. Workforce & Care Pressure: Algeria’s hospital doctors’ deaths highlight chronic overwork and understaffing.