AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEbola Emergency in Congo: The EU and WHO say the DRC ceasefire is now a public health necessity as fighting disrupts contact tracing and aid, with the Bundibugyo outbreak declared a global emergency and no licensed vaccine for this strain; the EU promises more funding, supplies and airlifts, including support reaching Uganda. Lake Victoria Trade Safeguards: MPs from Nyanza want strict controls to prevent Ebola spread through Lake Victoria commerce, citing trader links across islands and urging protection focused on Kenyans, not just foreign visitors. Frontline Strain in Congo: Health workers in the epicentre report exhausting conditions and low or unpaid allowances, as confirmed cases and deaths rise and testing expands. Uganda Football Boost: FUFA confirms four clubs—Black Power, Kigezi HomeBoyz, Ntugasaze and Kataka—have earned promotion to the Uganda Premier League, while FUFA also trained 68 academy coaches in youth development. Clean Energy Push: Equity Bank Uganda rolls out green financing to expand solar and clean cooking access for homes and businesses. Crime Alert: Police warn of rising fatal ransom kidnappings after a Kampala-area woman was abducted and killed, with suspects linked through phone demands.
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