Oil & Industry: Uganda has named its export crude blend “Pearl Sweet” ahead of first commercial production, with President Museveni unveiling the low-sulfur grade at Kingfisher and linking the brand to “Pearl of Africa” identity and plans to build local value from petroleum. Health Financing: Uganda signed a $1.7bn (Shs6.42tn) US health package for 2026-2030, shifting more funding directly to government for disease prevention, detection and response. Parliament Oversight: Speaker Oboth set a strict 10-month deadline for ROKO Construction to finish new Parliament chambers by June 30, 2027, after inspections and delay reviews. Public Safety & Environment: Uganda braces for intensified El Niño rains into 2027, with risks of floods, landslides and storms flagged for multiple regions including parts of Kampala. Ebola Watch (DRC): Africa CDC says it’s still too early to declare the DRC Ebola outbreak under control, even as cases decline toward a plateau. Digital Rights & Abuse: UNICEF reports 20m children face online sexual abuse/exploitation annually, with only a tiny fraction reported to authorities. Transport & Jobs: Uber abruptly shut operations in Uganda (and Nigeria) as it restructures globally, leaving drivers and riders scrambling. Wildlife Conflict: Kitgum farmers report elephant raids destroying crops, renewing calls for stronger UWA and security action.