AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMedia Freedom & Business: President Museveni met Tanzanian investor Rostam Azizi, linked to the Taifa Group, in Entebbe as Uganda moves to resolve the shutdown of Nation Media Group Uganda—Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda among the affected outlets. Education Safety: After the King David Junior School crash in Kapchorwa, government suspended all school trips nationwide and announced stricter vehicle checks, tighter driver vetting, and a task force—raising questions over why existing trip rules failed. Health & Research: Uganda’s schistosomiasis fight gets a warning sign as scientists report genetic changes in the parasite that may reduce response to praziquantel, pushing for ongoing surveillance. Governance & Accountability: The Amnesty Commission and the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council face Auditor General scrutiny over arrears, staffing gaps, and weak systems. Regional Economy: The East African Community set a new 2031 target for a single regional currency, aiming to restart integration after earlier delays. Agriculture & Innovation: Tanzania’s researchers unveiled an AI platform to guide onion and garlic farmers with location-specific advice. Culture & Youth: Uganda’s Triplets Ghetto Kids landed a global spotlight after Shakira confirmed they will perform at the FIFA World Cup final.
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