Parliament Oversight: Uganda’s Parliament has intensified its probe into UNBS, with MPs scrutinising alleged poor governance, delayed certification, weak enforcement and complaints that the regulator’s processes are stifling business and worsening counterfeit goods. Corruption Crackdown: Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara says his “Expose the Corrupt” drive is uncovering payroll fraud and ghost workers, including a Mbale health centre case where salaries were paid for 19 staff but only three reported for duty. Zakat Update: The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council set the 2026 Zakat Nisab at UGX 2.4m, requiring eligible Muslims to pay 2.5% for wealth held for one lunar year. Cyber Trafficking Warning: Uganda’s Internal Affairs Ministry warns that foreign-linked cyber scam syndicates have moved operations into Uganda, using fake job ads to trap victims and confiscate passports. Wildlife Conservation: Uganda Wildlife Authority began relocating 12 endangered Nubian giraffes from Murchison Falls National Park to Ajai Wildlife Reserve to reduce pressure from oil drilling and habitat loss. Ebola Watch (DRC): DR Congo’s Ebola figures rose to 2,905 cases and 1,269 deaths, with health officials citing database updates and ongoing transmission challenges. Court Update: The DPP asked the High Court to deny bail to Erias Lukwago, arguing his influence could jeopardise the trial and witnesses. Community Clean-Up: Government-backed National Cleaning Day is being pushed, including a manufacturers’ launch urging Ugandans to take shared responsibility for cleaner communities.