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Last update: 5 hours agoEbola Alarm in Congo: Africa CDC has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s Ituri province, with 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases so far, mainly in Mongwalu and Rwampara, and preliminary tests pointing to a non-Zaire strain—a twist that could complicate response. Uganda’s Link: Uganda also reported one imported case in Kampala, with contacts quarantined as officials push cross-border surveillance with Congo and South Sudan. Regional Pressure: Africa CDC says urban risk in Bunia, mining-driven movement, insecurity, and gaps in contact tracing make spread a real threat, prompting urgent coordination. Uganda Trade Momentum: Uganda flagged off its first shipment of canned pineapples to China (104 tonnes), a sign of agro-processing scaling beyond raw exports. Connectivity Move: Uganda granted Starlink an operating licence, aiming to improve internet competition. Business Finance Watch: Uganda is courting Tanzanian investors for a €405m Sukuk tied to the Malaba–Kampala SGR.
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