AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEbola Crisis: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surged past 200 deaths and 894 confirmed cases, with Africa CDC warning missed contacts are still sustaining transmission and that the Bundibugyo strain and conflict are making containment harder. UN Support: The UN has released $4m from CERF to back Uganda’s Ebola response across 29 districts, including refugee-hosting areas, with health, logistics, screening and community risk communication support. Refugee Relief: EU and WFP funding (EUR 3m) will deliver digital cash assistance to 336,000 refugees in Uganda via mobile money and agency banking, helping families buy essentials while reducing crowding at distribution points. NRM Power Struggle: Gen. Muhoozi’s latest threats against opposition figures, including moves to remove the Leader of Opposition, are reigniting concerns about military influence in partisan politics. Digital Taxes: Uganda’s telecom regulator (UCC) proposes cutting taxes on smartphones, data and mobile money to expand digital access and investment. Transport & Trade: Seacom launched a Nairobi–Kampala fibre route adding 1Tbps capacity (scalable to 30Tbps) to boost East African connectivity. Aviation Expansion: Uganda Airlines signed a Boeing deal for eight passenger aircraft and two converted freighters to grow passenger and cargo operations. Agriculture Policy: Government is developing a youth-focused agricultural investment plan to 2030, aligning national priorities with CAADP commitments.
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