AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoUN Leadership Race: Tonga has nominated Ecuadorian diplomat Ivonne A-Baki for UN secretary-general, pitching her as a unifying choice amid UN divisions and budget strains. Local Government Accountability: Minister Balaam Barugahara urged tighter accountability in conditional grants, warning corruption and misuse at local level damage service delivery. Parliament Watch: Kabweri MP Dr Patrick Wakida challenged the methods used in anti-corruption operations, demanding the Local Government committee investigate alleged high-handedness. Health Policy: Government restored the monthly Shs1m net allowance for medical interns for Aug–Dec, after protests over proposed changes; Cabinet also expanded internship centres to 77 and said it will review human resource gaps. Energy Outlook: Trade Minister Sanjay Tanna warned Uganda risks an electricity shortage if generation fails to match rapid industrialisation. Legal Proceedings: The High Court began hearing Besigye’s treason case in his absence, with prison officials citing inability to attend. Ebola Update (Regional Risk): WHO warned the DRC Ebola outbreak is “far from being under control,” citing insecurity, displacement and fast spread. Arts & State Recognition: President Museveni approved a state burial for playwright Alex Mukulu, set for Aug 20. Sports (Uganda in the Mix): Uganda and Italy advanced toward the Cricket World Cup 2027 qualifier play-off after Italy topped Challenge League Group B.
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