AGP Executive Report

Ebola Update (DRC-Uganda): The Democratic Republic of Congo confirmed 71 new Ebola cases in a day, pushing totals to 452 cases and 82 deaths, with Uganda also reporting 3 more cases to reach 19. Regional Response: WHO and Africa CDC launched a $518m, six-month joint plan focused on surveillance, contact tracing, treatment and border controls. Border & Trade Impact: Uganda’s closure of the Congo border over Ebola fears left traders at Mpondwe stranded as cargo rotted in long queues. Travel Curbs: The UAE announced entry bans for travellers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, while India reported a suspected Ebola case linked to a visitor from Uganda. Local Preparedness: Uganda’s High Court awarded Shs30m to journalist Pidson Kareire after a ruling on torture and rights violations in custody. Infrastructure & Sports: Construction of Kidepo International Airport has begun in Karenga, and UBC secured rights to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup live and free.

Ebola Update (DRC–Uganda): The WHO and Africa CDC rolled out a $518m, June–November plan to stop the fast-moving Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak, as DRC confirmed 71 new cases in 24 hours and warned of rapid community spread; Uganda also reported three new confirmed cases (total 19) plus one new death, with officials stressing contacts were under quarantine. Border & Travel Pressure: Uganda–DRC border closures are leaving traders and families stranded at Mpondwe, while the UAE tightened entry rules for arrivals from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan; Kenya stepped up screening, reporting 56 suspected samples negative after screening 80,000+ travellers. Health Systems & Community Trust: Reports from the outbreak area highlight how delays, insecurity and mistrust are complicating response, even as health teams scale up surveillance, labs, infection control and community engagement. Sports Disruption: Ebola fears are already reshaping fixtures, with some international friendlies cancelled and league schedules under review.

Ebola Update (DRC-Uganda): WHO says the Central Africa Ebola outbreak has a “big head start” and response is still catching up, with DRC cases rising to 381 and 63 deaths, while Uganda reports new imported cases as health teams push testing, isolation and contact tracing. U.S. Response: HHS confirmed Americans with high-risk exposure can access an experimental Ebola antibody treatment (MBP-134) as the U.S. continues to coordinate with regional partners. Local Health Watch: Milwaukee authorities are monitoring three “very low-risk” travelers from DRC/Uganda with no public health concern reported. Youth & Health: African leaders warn of a youth reproductive health crisis as a major SRHR conference opens in Mombasa, with Uganda listed as an official partner. Governance & Courts: Uganda’s High Court in Mbale ordered NIRA to release records in an MP citizenship dispute. Culture & Spotlight: Shakira has invited Uganda’s Ghetto Kids to perform at the World Cup final halftime show. Sports Disruption: Eastern Africa U18/U20 athletics championships postponed indefinitely due to Ebola fears. Economy & Leadership: Museveni’s SONA reiterates his push for economic transformation, warning against corruption and non-performance. Business Skills: Nile Breweries launches GRIT to train over 1,500 retailers in finance, digital tools and responsible retailing.

Ebola Response in East Africa: Kenya’s President William Ruto says the US is “doing the right thing” by building a 50-bed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base, even as protests and court orders try to stop it. The move comes as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak keeps spreading across the region, with Uganda reporting recoveries and ongoing case monitoring. Regional Health Coordination: East African Community health ministers agreed to harmonise Ebola surveillance and protective measures across airports, ports and land borders, and set up a regional technical taskforce to speed up the response. Vaccine Push: CEPI announced up to $62m (over R1bn) to fast-track Bundibugyo vaccine candidates, after warnings that there are currently no licensed vaccines for this strain. Uganda Health Update: Uganda’s Ebola situation remains under tight control, with officials reporting recoveries and continued quarantine of identified contacts. Public Health Pressure: WHO says the outbreak had a “big head start” and that global response is still catching up, as insecurity and strained health systems complicate containment. Other Kampala-Relevant News: Uganda’s AIDS Commission reports a 64% drop in AIDS-related deaths and major progress toward epidemic control.

Ebola Response in East Africa: WHO says the Congo outbreak had a “big head start” and that the world is “catching up,” even as confirmed cases in DRC sit at 344 with 60 deaths and Uganda reports 15 cases (one fatal). Security Threats to Health Work: Militant attacks linked to ADF/ISIS in eastern DRC killed 16 in Beni, further disrupting Ebola containment efforts. Uganda Preparedness: Uganda’s health authorities are intensifying containment as cases rise, while regional partners push for faster detection and safer care. Kenya Readiness Boost: Kenya’s KNPHI is training county Rapid Response Teams in Trans Nzoia and Turkana to strengthen surveillance, contact tracing, and isolation capacity. Cross-Border Measures: Ghana has activated Ebola screening for travellers arriving from Uganda and DRC at airports and land borders. Travel Rules Tighten: Thailand announced tougher entry checks and possible 21-day quarantine for travellers linked to Ebola-affected countries. Regional Trade & Transport: Kenya Railways and Uganda Railways reaffirm plans to strengthen Northern Corridor freight links between Mombasa and Malaba.

Ebola Response: WHO chief Tedros says the Congo outbreak had a “big head start” and that countries must move faster, as suspected cases in DRC drop from 906 to 116 and confirmed cases stand at 344 with 60 deaths; Uganda reports 15 confirmed cases. WHO also urges countries to lift blanket travel restrictions, warning they disrupt supply chains and response efforts. Regional Health Measures: Canada has paused visa approvals for Congolese nationals and requires 21-day self-isolation for recent travellers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, while the EU says the risk to the public remains very low. Security Threats in DRC: Islamic State-linked fighters killed 16 civilians near Ebola-hit areas in North Kivu, complicating access for health teams. Uganda Martyrs Day & Health: Uganda’s national Martyrs Day celebrations were subdued and cancelled at the top level due to Ebola concerns, with parish-level services encouraged. Local Policy & Health: Archbishop Kaziimba Mugalu urges Parliament to revive the National Health Insurance Bill, saying affordable care is still out of reach for many Ugandans. Business & Finance: Equity Bank reaffirms support for SACCOs and small businesses, backing financial inclusion at the grassroots.

Ebola Update (Uganda): Uganda’s Health Ministry confirmed six new Ebola cases, bringing laboratory-confirmed infections to 15 since the outbreak began in neighbouring DR Congo; one patient has died. Officials say the new infections were among traced contacts, with 12 patients in treatment and two recovered and discharged, while 668 contacts are under active monitoring. Ebola Update (DR Congo): In eastern Congo, authorities report 321 confirmed cases and 48 deaths, plus 116 suspected cases under testing; WHO says the suspected figure dropped after samples were cleared, but warns numbers can change as surveillance improves. Vaccines & Aid: Global partners are accelerating vaccine work for the rare Bundibugyo strain, with WHO pointing to an rVSV-based candidate and CEPI funding multiple options; India also sent medical supplies to Africa CDC to bolster preparedness. Local Life & Travel: Pilgrims still reached Namugongo for Mass despite Martyrs Day cancellation, while Uganda continues tightening border and screening measures as regional alerts spread. Court & Security (Uganda): In the Muwanga Kivumbi terrorism bail case, sureties are being cross-examined on their identities and ability to guarantee the accused.

Ebola Update (Uganda): Uganda’s Health Ministry confirmed six new Ebola cases, bringing confirmed infections to 15, with 12 patients admitted and two discharged after recovery; authorities say the new cases were among contacts of earlier patients and urge anyone with Ebola-like symptoms to report early. Ebola Update (DRC/WHO): The WHO sharply cut suspected cases in the DRC from 906 to 116 after testing ruled out hundreds as other illnesses; meanwhile, confirmed cases stand at 321 with 48 deaths, and Uganda has nine confirmed cases plus one associated death in WHO figures. Kenya Court Clash (US quarantine plan): A Kenyan court extended a block on a proposed US-linked 50-bed Ebola quarantine facility near Nanyuki/Laikipia Air Base for three more weeks and ordered the government to disclose all agreements and protocols; protests against the plan turned deadly, with reports of two deaths, while President William Ruto defended the facility as part of national preparedness. Vaccine Race: CEPI and partners announced funding to fast-track three experimental vaccines targeting the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain. India Support to Africa CDC: India delivered a second tranche of medical aid to Africa CDC in Kampala, including protective gear, diagnostics, medicines and supplements, to bolster the regional response. Local Finance (Sukuk): Uganda’s inaugural sovereign Sukuk gained High-Quality Liquid Assets status from the Bank of Uganda, expected to boost investor demand ahead of its launch.

Ebola Response & Travel Curbs: EU health ministers will hold an extraordinary video meeting to coordinate preparedness as the DRC–Uganda Ebola outbreak worsens, with WHO having declared it a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Kenya-US Quarantine Row: Kenya’s President William Ruto defended a planned U.S.-backed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base, but hundreds of youths protested, after a court suspended the plan and barred foreign patients pending a case. Vaccine Race: Scientists and funders pushed ahead with Ebola vaccine development, including new funding and fast-tracked candidates, as health officials warn the outbreak could become among the worst on record. Uganda Police & Courts: In Kampala, the High Court ordered that opposition leader Kiiza Besigye’s treason trial starts within a week, while police declined details on an ongoing corruption probe involving former Speaker Anita Among. Governance Watch: Parliament begins vetting Museveni’s new cabinet nominees, as Uganda also debates how to fund NGOs without undermining civil society independence. Local Life: Uganda’s digital entertainment community mourns Master Parrot after his death in a Northern Bypass road crash.

Ebola Response in Uganda: Africa CDC says 580 contacts linked to Uganda’s nine confirmed Ebola cases are under follow-up, with national teams monitoring, testing and case management as the outbreak continues to strain health systems. Ebola Vaccine Race: CEPI is funding three Ebola vaccine candidates for the Bundibugyo strain, including up to $50m for Moderna, as officials warn the outbreak could worsen without vaccines and treatments. Kenya Quarantine Protests: Hundreds of youths in Nanyuki, Kenya, protested a planned US Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base after a court suspended the plan; the US says it will fund Kenya’s preparedness and initially run a 50-bed unit. Local Power Pressure: Lwengo residents in Uganda have issued a one-week ultimatum to UEDCL over a persistent electricity outage lasting nearly three months. Digital Commerce Spotlight: Kampala’s tech scene gets a boost as a homegrown Ugandan marketplace, MOVO Brands, pushes a more trusted online shopping experience. Wildlife Conservation Boost: With World Bank support, Uganda’s wildlife education and conservation hub has expanded facilities and doubled visitor numbers in recent years. Business & Mobility: Spiro secured $215m to expand electric mobility and battery-swapping across multiple African markets, including Uganda. Court Update: Uganda’s High Court ordered Kizza Besigye’s treason trial to start within a week. Sports: Vipers SC confirmed it will play in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup in Kigali.

Ebola Updates (DRC & Uganda): WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Bunia and hailed five recoveries from rare Bundibugyo Ebola, as new treatment capacity opens; health authorities say four were discharged after negative tests and one earlier recovered, while suspected cases keep rising and community trust remains a key battleground. Regional Response: The East African Community will hold an emergency virtual meeting of health ministers to coordinate cross-border Ebola actions, including surveillance, labs, infection control and risk communication. Uganda Measures & Travel Disruptions: Uganda’s MoH urged male Ebola survivors to avoid intimacy for six months, and KLM cancelled some flights to Entebbe citing Ebola-linked entry restrictions; the UAE also issued travel advisories warning citizens and residents against travel to Uganda and other affected countries unless absolutely necessary. Cross-border Health Support: India dispatched medical supplies to Africa CDC to back Ebola containment efforts. Finance & Infrastructure: AfDB says it remains committed to funding Uganda’s Malaba–Kampala SGR, with an emergency Ebola support pledge also mentioned.

Ebola Update (DRC & Uganda): WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus opened a new Ebola treatment centre in Bunia, eastern DRC, saying five patients have recovered from the rare Bundibugyo strain—four to be discharged and one already released—while warning the outbreak is still spreading faster than the response. Outbreak Numbers: Africa CDC director Jean Kaseya said deaths have reached 43 and confirmed infections 263 across DRC and Uganda, with over 1,100 suspected cases under investigation. Community Response: Tedros urged residents to seek care early and back safe-burial practices, calling it “everybody’s business” amid protests over burial rules. Cross-border Risk: Uganda’s UPDF says it will continue joint operations against ADF in eastern DRC, but will observe Ebola prevention measures and SOPs. International Watch: Brazil is monitoring two suspected Ebola cases in São Paulo and Rio after travel links to DRC and Uganda. Local Life: In Kampala, CoRSU Walk 2025 drew thousands to push disability inclusion and raise funds for CoRSU Rehabilitation Hospital.

Ebola in DRC and Uganda: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus is in Bunia, Ituri, urging faster, better-coordinated response and “community ownership” as cases surge. He warned that travel bans and border closures discourage transparency and trust, and stressed safe burials and early care since the Bundibugyo strain has no approved vaccine or treatment. Aid and response gaps: MSF says the outbreak is spreading at an “unprecedented” pace, with hundreds of samples still untested and logistics lagging, while WHO says funding is only about a third of what’s needed. Uganda impact: Uganda has reported nine confirmed Ebola cases after new detections in Kampala, as the region braces for wider spread. Regional disruption: Uganda–DRC border controls at Bunagana have hit cross-border businesses, with security tightened and traders reporting a sharp drop in customers. Travel advisories: UAE and Mexico have issued Ebola travel warnings/restrictions affecting Uganda and DRC ahead of major travel periods.

Ebola Watch (Uganda/DRC): WHO says the first Ebola patient has recovered and been discharged in DR Congo, while it reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths; the Bundibugyo strain has also spread to Uganda, where health officials confirm more cases as the outbreak is treated as a public health emergency. Border & Travel Measures: World Cup host nations (US, Canada, Mexico) rolled out coordinated Ebola screening and travel restrictions for people coming from high-risk African areas, and Kenya’s court temporarily blocked a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility plan. Local Response (Kampala): Uganda’s Red Cross is preparing safe evacuation and dignified burials for suspected Ebola cases in Kampala as authorities track additional Bundibugyo-linked infections. Health Alerts Elsewhere: Nigeria’s NCDC placed Lagos, FCT, Kano, Rivers and other states on high alert over possible Ebola importation, while Africa CDC warns the outbreak could spread to up to 12 countries. Politics & Society: Ghana’s parliament passed an anti-LGBTQ+ bill criminalising LGBTQ promotion and acts, drawing criticism from rights groups. Sports (Uganda focus): Junior Starlets face Uganda in a decisive return-leg qualifier at Nyayo Stadium, while Kabras Sugar and Uganda’s Black Pirates meet in the Enterprise Cup final in Nairobi. Business/Development: AfDB pledged support for Uganda’s Malaba–Kampala SGR and emergency Ebola response funding. Culture: Kampala’s Kunda & Friends made headlines internationally after featuring at a New York celebrity event.

Ebola Update (DRC & Uganda): WHO says the Congo outbreak is still accelerating: 906 suspected Ebola cases and 223 suspected deaths are under investigation, with 125 confirmed cases and 17 deaths reported in Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu; WHO also says the first confirmed recovery has happened after a patient was discharged following two negative tests, while Uganda confirmed two more cases in Kampala, bringing Uganda’s total to nine confirmed cases including one death. Aid & Response Pressure: CARE warns the DRC response is being held back by funding shortfalls, with gaps in PPE, lab testing supplies and hygiene kits, as UNICEF and partners airlift over 100 metric tons of emergency supplies into the affected areas. Border & Travel Measures: Uganda has closed its border with the DRC and ordered 21-day quarantine for arrivals; meanwhile, the WHO chief says the outbreak “can be stopped” but is “very complex,” and the US expanded Ebola entry screening to JFK for travelers returning from Ebola-affected regions. Legal/Policy Fallout (Kenya-US): A Kenyan court temporarily halted a US plan for a 50-bed Ebola quarantine facility for Americans, with the next hearing set for June 2. Local Governance/Accountability: In Kampala, President Museveni ordered three Internal Affairs and Police officials to step aside over alleged graft tied to maintenance of the national CCTV system. Fact Check (Cambodia): Cambodia and Ghana dismissed as fake a viral notice claiming Africans must leave Cambodia by May 31 or face arrest and fines.

Ebola Response (Uganda–DRC): Uganda has temporarily closed its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak worsens, allowing only authorised response teams, humanitarian work, food/cargo and security—with strict screening and 21-day isolation for cleared travellers. Ebola Treatment & Trials (WHO): The WHO says Bundibugyo candidate vaccines and drugs should be used only in clinical trials, prioritising monoclonal antibodies MBP134 and Maftivimab and the antiviral remdesivir, while pushing research with Uganda and DRC. Ebola Aid (DRC): The EU has rushed medical supplies to Bunia in Ituri, but shortages, distrust and armed groups are hampering care as suspected cases pass 1,000. World Cup Travel Rules (US–Canada–Mexico): Canada bans entry from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan for 90 days with 21-day quarantine for arrivals; the US and Mexico align measures for FIFA World Cup 2026 travellers. Regional Politics (Uganda): Parliament approved Jessica Alupo as Vice President and Robinah Nabbanja as Prime Minister; Dr Jane Ruth Aceng was reassigned as Government Chief Whip. Public Health (Nigeria): Nigeria’s NCDC placed Lagos, Abuja (FCT) and several states on high Ebola alert despite no confirmed cases.