AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEbola Emergency: Uganda is being pulled deeper into the DRC Ebola crisis as the outbreak grows exponentially, with Pope Leo XIV urging international action and local community involvement to save lives. Public Health & Data: Kampala’s HIV numbers are alarming, with a KCCA review showing at least 211 new infections weekly over the past year, pushing calls for urgent prevention and better funding. Elections & Peace: Religious leaders in Sebei are urging calm ahead of the Kapchorwa by-election, warning against rhetoric that could inflame tensions. Child Protection: Police in Lugazi arrested a police officer over alleged defilement of a 15-year-old girl, with investigations and lab samples underway. Agriculture & Climate: Government is finalising NDC 3.0 to cut emissions and build farmer resilience, while also targeting 1.5 million hectares under irrigation by 2040. Infrastructure & Accountability: Auditor General-linked reports spotlight financial mismanagement and arrears in key government programmes, including Makerere Guest House cash handling, LEGS microfinance lending irregularities, and unpaid obligations in Works and Transport. Energy & Industry: UIA has been directed to secure land for Roofings’ iron ore processing factory ahead of a Museveni visit, as Uganda pushes industrial value addition.
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