Ebola Watch: Uganda is now facing fresh anxiety as the DRC’s fast-growing Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak crosses into Uganda, with health experts warning South Sudan is at highest risk next unless border and community prevention measures stay strong. Public Health Response: The US CDC has raised its Ebola response to its highest level, while Uganda continues using lessons from earlier outbreaks, including airport screening and support for frontline health workers. Oil & Economy: Uganda is set to start crude oil exports in October 2026, with CNOOC Uganda saying the Kingfisher project is in final phases and key facilities are nearing completion. Sports Infrastructure: Islamic Bank insurance support has backed the Akii-Bua Stadium project in Lira with Shs 236bn, aimed at boosting preparations for AFCON 2027. Governance & Integrity: Government Chief Whip Dr Jane Ruth Aceng urged State House staff to uphold integrity as they complete leadership and ideological orientation training. Tourism & Culture: Museveni opened Uganda’s Cultural and Tourism Festival in Munich, pushing indigenous music and poetry to the diaspora. Domestic Tourism Push: Uganda Wildlife Authority urged Ugandans to boost local travel to support conservation and jobs. Politics & Courts: Former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago remains hospitalized as lawyers await medical test results, with talk of possible treatment abroad. Refugee Strain: Uganda’s refugee self-reliance model is under pressure as funding drops, food rations shrink, and tensions rise in settlements like Kyaka II. Business & Finance: Uganda’s FY 2026/27 budget moves toward new excise duty rates, including higher taxes on fuel and spirits, as Musasizi outlines expected revenue gains.