AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEbola Update: WHO says DR Congo’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak began in February, months before the May declaration, with confirmed cases now at 4,200 and deaths above 1,900 as responders struggle with conflict, misinformation, and shortages. Parliament Accountability: Uganda MPs ordered the arrest of UHRC chairperson Justice Mariam Wangadya after she skipped a second COSASE hearing over UHRC finances, escalating a contempt of Parliament dispute. Road Safety for Learners: Government agencies met in Kampala to push stronger measures after a Kapchorwa school bus crash killed 20 learners, including tighter inspections and enforcement for school transport. UN Secretary-General Race: Uganda’s Olara Otunnu is in New York seeking support for the UN top job, with Uganda’s mission saying he needed visa assistance due to US Ebola-related entry restrictions. Digital TV Launch: MTN Uganda rolled out MTNTV, a streaming platform with 60 live TV channels, 53 radio stations, and on-demand content. Climate Resilience: Uganda launched a three-year initiative to strengthen climate resilience in livestock, land and insurance systems, partnering with ECA, AU-IBAR and IGAD.
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