AGP Executive Report

Ebola Response (Uganda/DRC): East African Health Ministers agreed urgent regional measures to harmonise Ebola surveillance and protection at airports, ports and land borders after the outbreak spread from eastern DRC into Uganda, with calls for unified traveler declarations and tighter entry-point controls. Ebola Human Impact (DRC): Reports from Ituri describe health workers sick with Ebola symptoms amid shortages of tests and protective gear—“we live with fear”—as cases rise and the WHO says the response is still catching up. Ebola Preparedness (UK): The UK Health Security Agency issued an urgent alert to NHS hospitals and clinics to consider Ebola in acutely unwell patients with recent travel to DRC or Uganda, while stressing the risk to the UK public remains low. Cross-border Governance & Corruption: Uganda’s IGG says district service commissions are implicated in a large share of bribe solicitations in local recruitment, with bribes reported at multiple stages and topping out around UGX 50m for senior posts. Citizenship/Parliament: A Mbale High Court ordered NIRA to release certified registration records in the citizenship dispute challenging MP Metrine Nanzala’s eligibility. Economy & FX: Traders warn Uganda’s shilling may face pressure as Ebola fears could deter tourists, hitting dollar inflows. Youth & Health (SRHR): Uganda is highlighted as an official partner in a regional youth SRHR conference focused on teenage pregnancy drivers and solutions.

Ebola Response in Uganda: Uganda reported four Ebola recoveries as the DRC’s confirmed cases rose to 363 (62 deaths), with WHO saying the outbreak is “catching up” after an early lead. Regional Health Coordination: EAC health ministers agreed to harmonise Ebola surveillance and protective measures across airports, ports and land borders, and set up a regional technical taskforce to coordinate the response. Cross-Border Politics & Public Health: Kenya’s President William Ruto defended allowing the US to build a 50-bed Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki despite protests and court orders, while Uganda remains among the affected countries. Health System & Community Risk: Reporting from eastern Congo highlights how women are often first caregivers in Ebola outbreaks, facing higher exposure risk—especially where protective gear is scarce. Governance & Accountability: Uganda’s environmental impact assessment system is questioned after a study found developers often treat alternatives as box-ticking, raising concerns about real compliance. Economy & Development: The World Bank backed a 10-year Uganda Country Partnership Framework (2026–2035) aimed at private-sector-led transformation and jobs. Sports Disruption: Uganda Cranes friendlies in Morocco were cancelled on sanitary and public health grounds, a setback for coach Paul Put’s preparations for AFCON qualifying.

Ebola Response in Uganda: Uganda’s Ministry of Health says it has confirmed 6 new Ebola cases, bringing infections to 15, with one death, as authorities intensify surveillance and preparedness. Cross-Border Health Measures: Uganda has reportedly closed its border with DR Congo as a precaution, while WHO warns the outbreak is “still behind” despite improved testing and a sharp drop in suspected cases. Regional Coordination: The East African Community says Germany’s KfW has pledged €1m to support mobile laboratories, diagnostics and lab training across the region. International Aid to Uganda: India delivered a second tranche of medical assistance to Africa CDC via Entebbe, including protective and diagnostic kits, to boost Ebola response capacity. Public Health Alerts Abroad: A suspected Ebola case in Hyderabad involved a Sudanese traveller with recent travel to Uganda and South Sudan; UAE health authorities meanwhile reiterate there are no Ebola cases in the country. Governance & Compliance: NIRA has urged legally resident aliens to register from June 10 under the Registration of Persons Act. Sports Disruption: FUFA cancelled Uganda Cranes friendlies in Morocco citing sanitary and public health concerns.

Ebola Update (Uganda): Uganda’s Ministry of Health confirmed six more Ebola infections, bringing the national total to 15, with 12 patients in care and two recoveries discharged, while 668 contacts remain under monitoring as authorities intensify surveillance and contact tracing. Ebola Response (Regional): WHO chief Tedros warned the DRC outbreak had a “big head start” and that the world must “move faster,” citing weak follow-up of contacts and community mistrust, even as suspected cases in Congo drop sharply after testing backlog work; the rare Bundibugyo strain has no licensed vaccine or treatment. Cross-Border Politics & Travel: WHO urged countries to lift blanket travel restrictions, days after Canada paused visas and imposed 21-day self-isolation for travellers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan. Kenya-US Quarantine Controversy: Kenyan courts and protests continue to clash over a proposed US Ebola quarantine facility at Nanyuki, with reports of deaths during demonstrations and orders to halt further steps until the case is resolved. Human Rights Lens: UN experts warned Indigenous Peoples are disproportionately vulnerable to Ebola and called for equitable, non-discriminatory healthcare access.

Ebola Response in Uganda: Uganda confirmed six new Ebola cases, bringing the total to 15, with health authorities saying the new infections were traced from existing patients and that 668 contacts are under monitoring; Public Health Compliance: Kampala bus terminals are reportedly failing to enforce Ebola SOPs, with spot checks finding passengers not washing hands or taking temperatures; Border and Travel Controls: Uganda placed over 600 Ebola contacts on a no-fly list as part of 21-day follow-up, while Canada also announced 90-day immigration document suspensions for residents of Uganda, DR Congo and South Sudan; Regional Spillover: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak continues to drive cancellations and disruptions, including a DR Congo pre-World Cup friendly called off in Spain over Ebola fears; Vaccine Race: CEPI is fast-tracking three experimental Bundibugyo Ebola vaccines, including Moderna’s mRNA candidate and an Oxford-linked shot to be manufactured by Serum Institute of India; Governance and Oversight: Uganda’s ministers designate told Parliament they will push government targets during vetting, as the country manages the wider political and public health pressure.

Ebola Response: Uganda says 600+ Ebola contacts have been put on a no-fly list as the Bundibugyo outbreak grows; health officials also confirmed six new cases, taking Uganda’s total to 15, while WHO reported suspected cases in DR Congo dropping to 116 after many were ruled out. Regional Politics & Courts: Kenya’s High Court extended a block on a proposed US-linked Ebola quarantine facility for Americans, ordering Kenya to disclose the full agreement; protests around the plan have turned deadly, with reports of two deaths. Uganda Governance: Parliament has completed vetting of newly appointed Cabinet and state ministers, with anti-corruption a key theme. Churches & Public Events: Uganda’s churches tightened Ebola prevention ahead of Martyrs Day commemorations, shifting to local observance under strict SOPs. Finance & Markets: Uganda’s inaugural sovereign Sukuk gained High-Quality Liquid Assets status from the Bank of Uganda, boosting investor appeal ahead of launch. International Health & Travel: KLM suspended some flights to Entebbe due to Ebola-related travel restrictions, and the UK issued World Cup travel guidance tied to Ebola entry rules. Ghana Rights Law (Regional Watch): Ghana’s parliament passed a bill criminalising LGBTQ+ identification and “promotion,” drawing international criticism.

Ebola Crisis in DRC and Uganda: Congo says confirmed Ebola cases have risen to 282 (with 42 deaths) as the outbreak spreads across Ituri and more health zones, while Uganda reports nine confirmed cases including one death. Vaccine Race: CEPI is backing Moderna and other groups with about $60m to speed Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine development, and Serum Institute of India will manufacture Oxford trial doses. Cross-border Controls: Uganda has tightened movement along its DRC border, and KLM has suspended flights to Entebbe over Ebola travel curbs. Kenya-US Quarantine Fallout: In Nanyuki, protests against a planned US-backed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base turned deadly, with two deaths reported; Kenya’s High Court ordered the government to disclose the agreement and barred steps to build or operate the facility pending hearings. Uganda Politics: Parliament vetting of new Cabinet nominees is being overshadowed by a dual citizenship eligibility dispute. Governance & Integrity: Uganda’s education reform is flagged for uneven curriculum delivery, with gaps in materials, infrastructure, and teacher training. Public Health Preparedness: Uganda’s NEMA and other agencies continue strengthening readiness measures as regional Ebola risks rise.

Ebola Crisis, DRC-Uganda Link: The IRC warns the DRC outbreak is “likely far worse” than official figures, citing delayed detection and only about 20% contact tracing, as WHO chief Tedros ends a “challenging” visit and urges stronger testing, safe burials, and community trust; Uganda has reported travel-linked cases and deaths, while aid groups fear wider regional spread. Vaccine Race: CEPI and partners, including Moderna, secured major funding to push Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine candidates toward trials, as medics struggle to trace contacts and outbreaks expand across conflict-affected areas. Kenya-US Quarantine Backlash: In Nanyuki, hundreds protested a planned US-funded Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base after Kenya’s High Court suspended the plan; the dispute spotlights health-system capacity and public risk concerns. Uganda Governance & Courts: State opposes a temporary release request in a terrorism case hearing in Kampala, while the High Court orders Besigye’s treason trial to start within a week. Local Service Delivery: Lwengo residents demand action over a persistent electricity outage, giving UEDCL a one-week ultimatum. Regional Politics: IGAD’s election observers say they saw no irregularities so far in Ethiopia’s general election as voting continues.

Ebola Response in East Africa: The EAC has convened an emergency virtual meeting of health ministers to coordinate a regional response to the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, as confirmed and suspected cases rise and cross-border movement keeps risk high. Uganda’s Public Finance Oversight: Uganda’s Finance Ministry has launched “National Budget Month” for FY 2026/27, shifting focus to how spending will be monitored and accounted for, with promises of stronger public oversight. Kampala Court Case: Police say investigations are complete in a Shs 620m aggravated robbery case at a Kampala forex bureau; seven suspects are expected to appear in Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court. E-Government Leadership: NITA-U has appointed Julian Rweju as director of e-Government services, replacing the acting role she previously held. Public Health Communications: Uganda’s Ministry of Water and Environment dismissed viral claims of heavy rainfall, insisting the official June–August outlook is warmer and drier. International Spillover: Brazil has isolated travellers with Ebola-like symptoms after trips to DRC and Uganda, with at least one test later reported negative, while investigations continue. Banking Sector Move: Bank of Uganda approved Standard Chartered Uganda’s sale of its wealth and retail banking business to Absa Bank Uganda. Ebola Facility Controversy (Regional): Protests in Kenya’s Nanyuki oppose a proposed Ebola quarantine facility, highlighting how community trust can make or break outbreak control.

Ebola & Security: Uganda’s military says it will keep joint operations against ADF rebels in eastern DR Congo, even as WHO urges armed groups to consider ceasefires to improve Ebola access; UPDF says it will continue while observing Ebola prevention rules. WHO Response: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Bunia, calling for more international support and “community ownership,” warning mistrust and false information are slowing containment; he also said five patients recovered and urged safe burials. Regional Coordination: The East African Community will hold an emergency virtual meeting of health ministers (June 1–2) to coordinate surveillance, labs, infection prevention and risk communication across DR Congo and Uganda. Outbreak Scale: Africa CDC head Jean Kaseya says confirmed deaths have reached 43 and 263 cases are confirmed, but over 1,100 suspected cases are still under investigation. Public Health Pressure on Uganda: Reports note Uganda has confirmed nine cases and one death, with border curbs and porous crossings complicating tracking. Justice & Accountability: Four UPDF officers applied for bail in a General Court Martial over alleged diversion of fuel earmarked for military operations. Sports Governance: UTTA ratified its executive board and approved a UGX 2 billion 2026–27 work plan.

Ebola Response in DRC: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus landed in Bunia, Ituri, urging communities to lead, calling for safe burials, and warning that mistrust and delays are slowing containment as cases surge and the outbreak outpaces the response. Border & Travel Policy: Tedros urged countries to reconsider travel bans and border closures, saying they discourage transparency and make the response harder; Uganda’s border actions and regional restrictions are also disrupting aid and trade. Testing & Aid Gaps: Doctors Without Borders warned the true scale is unclear, with hundreds of suspected samples untested and logistics bottlenecks delaying supplies and specialists. School Measures in Ituri: DRC Health Minister Roger Kamba said schools will not be closed, pushing preventive steps instead after reports of deaths among students linked to self-medication and delayed care. Uganda Watch: Uganda has recorded confirmed cases tied to the DRC outbreak, with health authorities emphasizing early treatment and referral. Regional Governance: Kenya’s court suspended a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia, while Health CS Aden Duale defended the plan.

Regional Health Security: IGAD urged coordinated cross-border preparedness against the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda, including strengthened surveillance and harmonized response, with $7m reprogrammed for urgent measures. Ebola in Uganda & the Region: WHO chief Tedros arrived in Kinshasa saying the outbreak “can be stopped” but is “very complex,” citing conflict, displacement and distrust; Uganda’s health ministry reported nine cases and one death, while Africa CDC warned the Bundibugyo strain could spread to up to 12 countries. Legal Fight Over Quarantine Plans: Kenya’s High Court suspended a US-backed 50-bed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base, halting any foreign-run Ebola isolation or treatment pending a June 2 hearing. Governance & Justice: President Museveni called for stronger prosecutorial capacity to tackle cybercrime, fraud and corruption, noting thousands of corruption cases reported in 2025. Public Finance: AfDB warned Africa’s public debt neared $1.9tn in 2024 as weak tax systems and rising debt service squeeze infrastructure and social spending. Politics & Rights: Ghana’s parliament passed an anti-LGBTQ+ bill criminalising homosexuality and promotion of LGBTQ+ activities, awaiting presidential assent.

Ebola Response (Uganda-DRC): Uganda’s health ministry confirmed two new Ebola cases linked to the Democratic Republic of Congo, bringing Uganda’s total to nine confirmed cases including one death; officials said one patient showed symptoms and was isolated, while the other was a contact under close follow-up, as Uganda also keeps border controls and 21-day quarantine measures in place. WHO Updates: The WHO says it expects more recoveries after the first confirmed Ebola patient was discharged in the DRC, while also reporting 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths under investigation; WHO chief Tedros said the outbreak “can be stopped” but remains “very complex.” Treatment & Vaccine Trials: WHO prioritised two candidate vaccines and key experimental treatments for the Bundibugyo strain, stressing use only within carefully monitored clinical trials. Regional & International Pressure: The U.S. expanded Ebola screening at major airports including JFK for travellers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, while the U.S.-Kenya plan for a quarantine facility faced a Kenyan court suspension. Aid & Logistics: UNICEF and partners are airlifting large volumes of emergency supplies into eastern DRC to support frontline protection amid funding shortfalls and community distrust.

Ebola Response & Border Measures: Uganda closed its border with DR Congo as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak worsened, with WHO warning conflict and mistrust are making containment harder; Uganda also intensified screening and isolation as cases rose. Regional Health Alerts: Nigeria’s NCDC placed Kano, FCT, Lagos and eight other states on high Ebola alert over importation risk, urging stronger surveillance despite no confirmed cases. WHO Leadership in Congo: WHO chief Tedros arrived in Kinshasa and said the outbreak “can be stopped,” calling for ceasefire support to protect communities and health workers. Gendered Impact Warning: A new Congo report warns gender-blind data may hide Ebola’s heavier toll on women, driven by caregiving, burial roles and frontline exposure. Controversy Over Quarantine Plans: Kenya’s Supreme Court temporarily halted a US-backed plan to host Ebola-exposed Americans in Kenya after legal challenges over transparency and constitutional process. Uganda Governance: Newly nominated ministers thanked President Museveni and outlined priorities, including anti-corruption and stronger service delivery through the Parish Development Model. Public Finance: Uganda’s government spent about Shs 1.7 trillion on general elections, with the Electoral Commission taking the biggest share.

Ebola Response & Borders: Uganda has escalated containment measures against the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak by closing the DRC border and tightening entry rules, as suspected cases in eastern Congo surge and Uganda reports linked infections; the WHO says the outbreak can be stopped but warns response is lagging and mistrust is slowing containment. WHO Treatments & Trials: WHO recommends prioritising three experimental Bundibugyo Ebola treatments for clinical trials, including Regeneron’s maftivimab, Mapp’s MBP134 and Gilead’s remdesivir, while noting no approved vaccine or therapy exists for this strain yet. Regional Pressure & Funding: Africa CDC warns the outbreak could spread to up to 12 countries, as donor pledges to the response nearly halved, leaving health systems under strain. US Travel Measures With Uganda in Focus: The US expands Ebola screening at major airports including JFK for travellers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, and is setting up a Kenya quarantine facility for exposed Americans—sparking debate over biosecurity and care standards. Uganda Governance: President Museveni suspends top Internal Affairs and police officials over a Shs31b CCTV maintenance corruption scandal tied to Huawei-linked surveillance camera work. Local Politics: Rubanda West NRM flag bearer Bruce Kabaasa unveils a school feeding plan for P7 candidates during PLE exams.

Ebola Border Crackdown: Uganda has ordered the immediate closure of its border with the DRC after a surge in a rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain and new cases linked to cross-border exposure, allowing only authorised Ebola response teams, humanitarian work, food/cargo and essential security to cross under strict screening and 21-day self-isolation for entrants. Regional Health Alarm: The WHO has declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, with reports of hundreds of suspected cases and deaths in eastern DRC, while the WHO warns conflict and displacement are worsening containment. US-Kenya Quarantine Plan: The Trump administration is planning to send Americans exposed to Ebola abroad to a temporary quarantine and treatment facility in Kenya, drawing questions over where it will be built and whether Kenya has signed off. Legal Pushback in Kenya: Kenya’s Law Society has opposed the idea of hosting a US-run Ebola treatment centre, arguing such facilities should be closer to outbreak epicentres. Domestic Enforcement: Separately, NEMA intensified action in Lubigi, demolishing over 150 illegal structures with UPDF and police support, triggering arrests during protests. Cabinet/Representation: West Nile leaders voiced disappointment after the latest cabinet list again gave them only state minister posts, limiting influence in national planning.