Truth & Accountability (Philippines): The Philippine National Police said it will cooperate with a new Church- and civil society-backed “EJK Truth Commission” to document alleged extrajudicial killings from Duterte’s drug war, while stressing police reforms and legal compliance. Civil Society & Governance (Philippines): Bangsamoro Transition Authority Parliament Speaker Mohammad Yacob rejected calls to resign from a civil society coalition, arguing the parliament’s legislative work shouldn’t be derailed by “divisive allegations.” Human Rights & Civic Space (Malaysia): ARTICLE 19, CIJ and Sinar Project urged Malaysia to pause a rushed under-16 social media ban, warning it undermines privacy and free expression and lacks risk-based safeguards. Public Health (Kenya): Kenya intensified Ebola surveillance and screening at 26 entry points, reporting 58,000+ travelers screened and all suspected cases negative so far. Education & Community Action (Nigeria): Oyo State teachers and civil society groups protested over the abduction of teachers and pupils, demanding immediate rescue and stronger government action. Civil Society & Safety (South Africa): Action Society warned that South Africa’s parole system can’t account for nearly 28,000 absconded parolees, calling it a public safety failure. Indigenous Inclusion (Philippines): Indigenous groups are pushing for stronger representation in climate decision-making as the Philippines updates its NDC.