AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUganda Airlines Reset: Uganda Airlines has taken delivery of the first of two wet-leased Boeing 737-800 jets from Ethiopian Airlines, a move meant to restore schedule reliability and rebuild network capacity as it also repositions its Airbus A330 fleet for long-haul growth. Oil Turning Point: Uganda’s oil push is moving toward technical commissioning, with officials stressing that “first oil” must translate into jobs and industrial diversification, not just crude exports. Regional Fuel Security: Djibouti has started building a $160m (Sh20.7bn) Fuelstor fuel terminal, while the EAC weighs a joint refinery plan—another sign the region is trying to reduce exposure to volatile global supply. Water & Accountability: The Agoro Irrigation Scheme in Lamwo is under fresh scrutiny after farmers complained rehabilitation delays are hurting production, prompting a demand for a performance report. Parliament Starts Work: MPs-elect began swearing-in for the 12th Parliament, with repeated calls for hard work, poverty reduction, and better service delivery. Tech & Trade Links: Uganda is also piloting an AI platform to connect Ugandan engineers with Japanese firms, aiming to unlock export-ready skills.
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