Ebola Response: Congo’s Ebola toll is nearing 600 deaths with 1,750+ confirmed cases as health centres strain and contact tracing gaps persist, while Uganda reports cross-border support needs. Public Health Funding & Aid Cuts: Uganda’s refugee crisis is worsening as aid cuts reduce drugs, care and food for about 2 million refugees, with hunger and malnutrition rising. Judiciary & Courtroom Reform: Uganda’s judiciary pushed back on a Uganda Law Society directive banning lawyers from calling judges “My Lord/My Lady” and bowing—saying it will keep demanding courtroom decorum. Anti-Corruption/Legal Risk: Security experts warn procedural mistakes in a money-laundering probe against former Speaker Anita Among—like seizing assets before court orders—could trigger costly legal challenges. Parliament & Opposition: Parliament granted Buyaga West MP Dennis Namara leave to introduce amendments on how the Leader of the Opposition is elected and held accountable. NRM Elections Prep: NRM Electoral Commission urged members to attend village barazas on July 10 to verify LC I and Women Council flag bearers. Foreign Affairs: Government intensified repatriation of Ugandans from South Africa after anti-immigrant unrest, reporting 880 evacuees so far with more expected. Agriculture Skills: Minister Muyingo called for compulsory agriculture education in secondary schools to build practical skills for Uganda’s jobs and food economy. Regional Security/US Ties: Gen. Muhoozi and the US acting ambassador discussed defence cooperation, with travel advisories raised as a hit to Uganda’s tourism. Sports & Governance: Parliament constituted key committees for the 12th Parliament, setting up oversight work.