UPDF in Gaza: Uganda’s Parliament has approved the deployment of UPDF troops to the Gaza Strip under an International Stabilization Force, with MPs debating the motion’s sudden introduction and insisting on clearer process and oversight. Prison health access: The Prisons Commissioner assured MPs that unconvicted inmates, including high-profile remand prisoners like Kizza Besigye and Erias Lukwago, can access their personal doctors and be referred to specialised facilities of choice. Kampala killing: Uganda international and SC Villa captain David Owori, 27, died after a robbery attack near his home in Makindye, with police investigating and football bodies mourning a national figure. Commonwealth Games mystery: Several Ugandan athletes, including four boxers, reportedly failed to return from Glasgow after the Games; Scottish police are investigating as visas near expiry. Ebola pressure on Uganda: Africa CDC and WHO urged community-led action as DRC’s Ebola outbreak worsens, while regional coordination and contact tracing remain under strain. Uganda–Tanzania energy push: Museveni returned from Tanzania where leaders launched a new phase of energy cooperation, signing an MoU to develop the Tanga Regional Energy Hub. Exports drive: PACEID announced the third International Buyers Week (Nov 9–15, 2026) targeting up to US$300m in export deals. Tourism conservation: Uganda’s tourism minister visited Bwindi, stressing gorilla conservation and community benefits around protected areas.