AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEbola Response & Borders: Uganda has closed its border with the DRC as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak worsens, with authorities citing rising cross-border risk and stepping up screening, isolation and monitoring at entry points. Regional Health Diplomacy: Kenya says it is in talks with the US on Ebola health cooperation after reports of a US quarantine facility for exposed Americans, while doctors’ unions in Kenya reject the plan and demand transparency. Cabinet & Governance: President Museveni unveiled a new cabinet, with newly nominated ministers publicly pledging priorities and renewed focus on accountability and service delivery. Agri & Jobs: Over 800 farmers in Agago and Pader are being trained in coffee growing to improve survival of seedlings and boost household incomes in northern Uganda. Trade & Logistics: Nigeria’s air cargo corridor to East and Southern Africa under AfCFTA is cutting shipping costs by up to 75%, improving competitiveness for agro-processed goods, textiles and fashion. Policy & Industry Finance: Uganda’s election spending hit about Shs 1.7 trillion over the electoral roadmap period, according to a post-election fiscal update.
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