Rail & State Enterprises: Uganda Railways Corporation remains loss-making despite government investment, with the Auditor General citing weak revenue collection, idle assets, missing wagons, delayed rehabilitation and unresolved land issues. Digital Economy & Skills: Uganda Internet Governance Week 2026 pushed for an inclusive, safe, AI-ready internet—calling for stronger digital skills, online safety and responsible AI use. Connectivity Innovation: Airtel and Starlink launched Africa’s first satellite-to-phone service in DRC, enabling compatible smartphones to connect directly to satellites for SMS and limited data. Energy Transition: UECCC urged government to accelerate clean cooking access as millions still rely on firewood and charcoal, driving health harm and deforestation. Clean Cooking Finance & Tech: The forum highlighted options like electric pressure cookers, induction stoves, LPG, biogas and improved charcoal stoves. EAC Trade Dispute: Uganda joined Kenya in challenging Rwanda’s alcohol ban, arguing products meet harmonised EAC standards and Rwanda lacked scientific justification. Electricity Distribution Oversight: MPs demanded clarity on how UEDCL is spending a US$50m loan for distribution upgrades after concerns about low investment since taking over from Umeme. Agribusiness & Livestock: NAGRC&DB launched a five-year plan to boost PDM farmers with better dairy, piggery and poultry breeding stock, aiming for higher productivity and commercialisation. Public Data Governance: Uganda flagged off construction of a new Statistics House Entebbe office block to host the East African Statistics Bureau and harmonise regional data work. Ebola Watch: WHO reported Bundibugyo Ebola cases in DRC rising to 4,665 with 2,184 deaths as the outbreak expands across multiple provinces, complicating response amid insecurity and mobility. Arts & Industry: Veteran playwright Alex Mukulu (72) died, with government now involved in planning an official send-off—highlighting the theatre sector’s cultural and economic value.