AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMuseveni Sworn In Again: Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni was sworn in for a seventh term at Kololo, extending his 40-year rule after January’s disputed election (71.65% vs Bobi Wine’s 24.72%), with tight security and a heavy diplomatic turnout. Speaker Race Upended: The Speaker/Deputy Speaker race for the 12th Parliament shifted again after Gen Muhoozi’s guidance led the PLU to withdraw its endorsement of Anita Among and Thomas Tayebwa, urging MPs-elect to back candidates presented by Museveni. Eastern DRC Violence: Amnesty reports Christians are the main victims of ADF atrocities in eastern DRC, with war crimes and crimes against humanity tied to Islamic State-linked attacks. Kampala Transport Upgrade: Uganda launched its first electric commuter bus service, starting with an Ntinda–City Square route and cashless payments. Regional Trade Push: CMA CGM pledged $800m to upgrade two Mombasa container terminals, betting on rising cargo volumes and East Africa’s landlocked trade links.
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