AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEbola Response: WHO and Africa CDC unveiled a $518m, six-month plan (June–November) to contain the fast-moving Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and protect neighbouring Uganda, focusing on coordination, surveillance, lab testing, infection control, clinical care and community engagement. Uganda Updates: Uganda confirmed three new Ebola cases, bringing totals to 19, with one additional death; officials say the new cases were close contacts under quarantine. DR Congo Spread: DR Congo warned of rapid community transmission as it reported a surge in confirmed cases and deaths, with Ituri province hardest hit amid insecurity and weak health systems. Community & Trust: Aid groups and church-linked partners are scaling up handwashing, PPE and community surveillance while tackling misinformation and mistrust that complicate response efforts. Education & Skills: MoBSE launched ECD teacher training to strengthen parent-teacher partnerships in Region Five, while a Mbale Skills Expo pushes practical skills-to-jobs pathways for young people. Infrastructure & Tourism: President Museveni launched construction works for Kidepo International Airport in Karenga, targeting tourism, trade and investment in Karamoja. Sports: Uganda’s women’s volleyball team qualified for the Africa Nations Championships in Nairobi after beating South Sudan, and Olympic champion Peruth Chemutai is set to lead Uganda at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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