AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMedia Crackdown: Uganda’s military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba ordered the shutdown of Nation Media Group outlets including NTV Uganda and Daily Monitor, saying he “does not believe in a free press,” triggering protests, court and regulator concerns, and a push for talks to reopen. Opposition Under Pressure: Kizza Besigye’s treason case is set to resume in Kampala as his lawyer Erias Lukwago faces separate proceedings, amid warnings of intimidation and tighter control by the president’s son. US Scrutiny: U.S. Senator Jim Risch called for a review of US-Uganda security ties after the media closures, warning the crackdown could undermine regional security cooperation. Public Finance Watch: The World Bank cautioned Uganda on fiscal management and urged a major shift toward human capital spending, while noting large losses from poor planning and delays. Procurement Integrity: Uganda’s PPDA suspended three firms from government contracts over ethical breaches, as a defence-sector “rogue suppliers” crackdown gathers pace. Ebola Cost Warning: The UN warned the DRC’s Ebola outbreak could cost Africa up to $3.6bn and threaten jobs, with Uganda also reporting cases. Regional Shock—South Africa Xenophobia: South Africa braced for anti-migrant protests tied to a 30 June ultimatum, with police deployed and thousands seeking evacuation; Uganda announced plans to evacuate citizens.
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