AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSecurity & Crime: Ugandan football captain David Owori (SC Villa) has died after a robbery assault in Kampala, police say; he was attacked near his home in Makindye after resisting thieves over his phone and belongings, sparking fresh outrage and calls for tougher action on urban crime. Sports: The death follows recent violence against sports figures, while CAF’s Champions League and Confederation Cup preliminary draws set up early fixtures for Ugandan clubs, including a possible tie for SC Villa’s opponent in the Confederation Cup. Health: WHO warns DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak is outpacing response, with health worker strikes over unpaid wages worsening access; Africa CDC also says contact tracing is not working as cases spread. Economy & Business: NCBA Group reports a 12.2% rise in first-half profit to KSh12.4b, with an interim dividend of KSh3.75 per share, as digital banking and deposits support growth. Climate & Food: WFP ramps up El Niño preparedness, warning severe floods and droughts could deepen hunger into 2027. Governance & Policy: Ugandan lawmakers approved a request to deploy troops to Gaza under an international force.
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