AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEbola Crisis Escalates: Africa CDC has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s Ituri province, reporting 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases, with infections mainly in Mongwalu and Rwampara and suspected spread risks rising due to mining-linked movement and proximity to Uganda and South Sudan. Uganda Response: Uganda says a Congolese man died in Kampala and tested positive after samples were taken posthumously, describing it as an “imported” case while contacts are quarantined. Cross-Border Coordination: The agency is convening an urgent meeting with Congo, Uganda, South Sudan and partners to boost surveillance, preparedness and response. Regional Diplomacy: India’s Jayant Chaudhary represented India at President Museveni’s swearing-in, reaffirming bilateral ties. ICT Push: Museveni witnessed UCC and Starlink sign the MoU and operational licence, clearing the way for Starlink operations. Economy & Finance: BoU says Uganda needs trillions in patient and working capital to hit its 2040 growth target, while Uganda flags off its first canned pineapple shipment to China and courts Tanzanian investors for a €405m Sukuk tied to the SGR.
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