AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoXenophobic Violence Response: Uganda has begun voluntary repatriation from South Africa, with the first batch of 273 Ugandans landing at Entebbe early Friday, as more charter flights are planned to bring home hundreds more amid ongoing anti-migrant unrest. Media Crackdown: Uganda’s army chief ordered the shutdown of NTV Uganda and Daily Monitor under a “no free press” stance, deepening local and international scrutiny over press freedom. Ebola in DR Congo: The DR Congo Ebola outbreak has surpassed 400 deaths as cases spread further, including a first reported infection in Kisangani, raising fears of a wider regional emergency. Oil Land Disputes: Villagers in Buliisa say oil promises are colliding with unresolved compensation after the 2010 eviction of the Balaalo pastoralists. Digital Economy & Business: Dimension Data Uganda rebranded to NTT DATA to expand AI, cloud and cybersecurity services, while Airtel Uganda partnered with SPIRO to roll out electric motorcycles for cleaner last-mile distribution. Health Partnerships: The U.S. signed a five-year health deal worth about $3.1bn with Tanzania, part of a shift toward long-term investment in health systems. Sports & Community: Absa Bank Uganda renewed sponsorship for the Absa Chairman’s Bell Golf Tournament, and UTTA certified four coaches under an ITTF Level 2 programme.
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