AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEbola Surge in Congo: WHO says DR Congo’s confirmed Ebola cases have climbed to 452 with 82 deaths, warning the outbreak could become the largest on record unless fast action improves isolation and tracing. Uganda Updates: Uganda reports 3 new Ebola cases, bringing totals to 19, with health officials saying the new patients were contacts under quarantine. Funding Push: The US adds $38m to its Ebola response, while WHO and Africa CDC roll out a $518m six-month plan to strengthen surveillance, labs, clinical care and logistics across the region. Border and Trade Hit: Uganda’s closure of the Congo border over Ebola fears is leaving traders and cargo stuck at Mpondwe, with businesses warning of major losses. Regional Preparedness: Kenya steps up screening, reporting 80,000+ travellers checked and all 56 tested samples negative, as countries tighten entry rules and quarantine measures.
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