UPDF–Türkiye Rift: Uganda suspended all defence and military cooperation with Türkiye, effective immediately, pending “outstanding issues” in bilateral military ties, days after protests at the Turkish Embassy over dissident Fred Lumbuye. Fuel Procurement Fallout: President Museveni said Uganda stopped buying fuel from Kenya due to “deceit,” calling the G2G arrangement a “government-to-middlemen” scam; motorists in Kenya are now pushing for a forensic audit and disclosure of intermediaries. Water & Sanitation Push: Finance Minister Henry Musasizi backed major water investments, citing the Shs1.3trn Integrated Water Management and Development Project and NWSC’s $1.8bn plan. Agriculture Mechanisation: MAAIF handed over 150 power tillers to farmer groups to boost mechanised smallholder farming. Local Governance & Accountability: Busia authorities ordered closure of two fish firms over licence irregularities, while a Shs18bn MATIP-linked processing facility in Soroti was reported idle due to an alleged contractor walkout. EAC Circular Economy: Uganda’s Rebecca Kadaga launched an EAC circular economy platform in Nairobi to coordinate recycling and attract investment. Sports & State Image: CAF chief Patrice Motsepe urged East African AFCON 2027 hosts to start stadium testing in January; meanwhile, Gen Z celebrated Museveni’s 82nd birthday with a wealth-creation message. Regional Security Outlook: Somalia is not yet ready to fully take over security from AUSSOM, with Uganda among countries in bilateral security arrangements.