Belgium–Rwanda Reset: Belgium and Rwanda have restored diplomatic relations after an 18-month rupture, with embassies set to reopen via chargés d’affaires first; both sides say they’ll keep dialogue open, including on the eastern DRC conflict, while Belgium insists it won’t abandon its position on DRC sovereignty. Kigali Climate Policy Link: Rwanda held its 2nd Climate Science Symposium in Kigali, pushing scientists and policymakers to translate climate research into practical national decisions for sectors and communities facing droughts in the east and floods in the west. Digital Skills Mobility: Kenya’s President William Ruto says Kenya will lead the first national rollout of “Masterkey” under the Accra Reset, aiming to let workers securely share verified skills and qualifications across borders—so a record issued in Nairobi can be verified in Kigali. Cross-Border Health Preparedness: IOM says Ebola surveillance in DR Congo is expanding beyond borders, with added screenings and coordination with neighboring countries including Rwanda to reduce cross-border transmission risks. Regional Energy Push: The UN launched a Global Grids Accelerator to make electricity grid projects “investment-ready,” targeting a major bottleneck to clean power uptake in Africa and Southeast Asia. Finance/Banking: Kenya’s central bank approved the transfer of Access Bank Kenya’s assets and liabilities to National Bank of Kenya, following approvals in August and September.