AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEast African Energy Politics: President Museveni backed Aliko Dangote’s Lamu refinery push but said Uganda won’t commit money until the status of a proposed Tanga refinery in Tanzania is clarified. HIV Testing Strategy: Experts urged Uganda to rethink HIV testing, saying facility-only approaches miss people who don’t know their status, as UPHIA findings highlight gaps. Health Costs and Delayed Care: A father of five in Wakiso lost both legs after years of ignoring symptoms and high care costs delayed diabetes diagnosis. Tax System Upgrade: URA says 2.1 million taxpayers have had TIN mapped to NIN as it begins a one-year transition to curb duplication and evasion. Cancer Awareness: More men in Busoga are embracing prostate cancer screening, with organisers targeting thousands for the Nile Cancer Run. Governance and Tech: MPs tested the digital number plate tracking system after concerns over security and functionality, with police citing high recovery rates. Education Fees Crackdown: Minister Ogwang warned schools against illegal UPE/USE charges that drive dropouts. Regional Security: Ethiopia’s TPLF said it withdrew from Mekelle, clearing the way for federal forces and allies to enter. Agriculture Finance Gap: Bank of Uganda figures show ACF disbursements exceed Shs1.5trn since 2009, but rural farmers still struggle to access funds.
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