AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEbola Update: The DRC’s Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has climbed to 282 confirmed cases, with 42 deaths, as WHO reports five recoveries and opens/expands treatment capacity in Bunia; health officials say contact tracing is still limited and safe burials and infection control remain key. Regional Coordination: East African Community health ministers are holding an emergency virtual meeting to align cross-border response as Uganda reports confirmed cases and fears of wider spread grow. Cross-Continental Watch: Suspected Ebola cases are being investigated in Brazil and Italy after travellers returned from DRC and Uganda, while WHO warns the risk is not “pandemic” but still serious. Uganda Justice & Crime: Police say investigations are complete in the Shs 620m Kampala forex bureau robbery; seven suspects are set to appear in Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court today. Public Finance Oversight: Uganda’s Finance Ministry launches Budget Month for FY 2026/27, pushing for stronger citizen oversight as government shifts from approval to spending accountability. Banking Sector Move: Bank of Uganda approves Standard Chartered Uganda’s sale of its Wealth and Retail Banking business to Absa Bank Uganda. Digital Governance: NITA-U appoints Julian Rweju as new director of e-Government services. Business Expansion: The Initiates Plc increases its stake in The Initiates Uganda to 55%, making it a full subsidiary.
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