Ebola Response Clash: Uganda has condemned “unfair” Ebola travel curbs, saying they lack scientific backing and could hurt trade and tourism, as WHO warns blanket bans can derail outbreak control. Ebola Surge in Congo: The DR Congo outbreak keeps expanding, with reports of Ebola deaths in displacement camps and fears of rapid spread in overcrowded sites. US Funding Boost: The US says it has committed over $200m for Ebola work in DRC and Uganda, including airport and border detection, while adding $50m more for Bundibugyo countermeasures. Uganda to Send Medics: Uganda plans to deploy 160 medics to help DRC fight Ebola, arguing it’s better to tackle the outbreak at source than rely only on border screening. Education Digital Divide: UNICEF finds only 2 in 10 secondary schools are ICT-ready, with most lacking computers, internet, electricity, or trained ICT teachers. Budget Debate: After Uganda’s 84.4trn shilling budget, economists and civil society question taxes and rising debt, even as supporters cite opportunities for growth. UN Africa Appointment: UN Secretary-General António Guterres appoints Nigerian Ahunna Eziakonwa as Special Adviser on Africa. Agriculture Finance: Pearl Bank says it’s financing the full agricultural value chain to advance the ATMS agenda and commercial farming. HIV Prevention Shortage: Uganda reports demand for the Lenacapavir HIV prevention injection is outstripping available doses, with more supplies expected later.