AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMonetary Policy: The Bank of Uganda raised its benchmark rate by 2.25 percentage points to 12% at an emergency meeting, aiming to steady the shilling and curb inflation as fuel and import costs climb. The government has resisted broad fuel subsidies, favouring targeted support. Government Communications: Uganda launched a National Communication Policy to coordinate messaging across public institutions and expand digital outreach. Digital Number Plates: MPs are scrutinising the US$25 million tracking system after former ministers Edward Katumba Wamala defended it and Kahinda Otafiire questioned its value. Wildlife Accountability: Parliament has called for an independent probe into allegations that wildlife rangers killed or disappeared people near parks, stressing the claims remain unverified. Security and Rights: Uganda tightened Ebola screening at its DRC border after Kenya confirmed a second case; separately, videos by a Ugandan army officer allege torture and abductions.
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