AGP Executive Report

World Cup Spotlight: Algeria’s Mohamed Amoura, shaped by street football in Jijel not elite academies, books a World Cup return after a qualifying surge. Ebola & Community Life: A rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain is hitting eastern DRC and spilling into Uganda, with WHO/Africa CDC launching a $518m six-month response while border closures strand over 200 Congolese at Mpondwe and rumours keep people away from care. Uganda Health & Work: Uganda’s MOH insists on scrapping intern allowances under a new training policy, even as doctors warn it will worsen shortages—an issue that matters more as Ebola fears rise. Culture & Youth: Kampala’s Ghetto Kids celebrate an invitation to perform with Shakira at the World Cup, turning dance into hope for orphaned and vulnerable children. Sports & Tourism: East Africa is pushing Afcon 2027 as a tourism engine, and Uganda has won the right to host the 2031 African Games. Governance & Values: AU-backed anti-corruption centres aim to curb Africa’s $125bn annual losses, while Uganda’s LGBTQ+ activists face travel bans that block speaking at an Ottawa conference. Local Health Access: dfcu Bank and Rotary Uganda deliver free preventive care in Kasenyi, including screenings and hygiene education.

Disability Inclusion: Uganda’s push for disability inclusion faces stubborn gaps in education, healthcare, jobs, and public life, despite policies and international commitments. Ebola & Community Response: As Ebola spreads across eastern DRC and links into Uganda, reports highlight how misinformation, weak supplies, and strained frontline capacity are slowing containment—while churches and local groups try to keep communities informed. Youth SRHR Alarm: A major youth reproductive health conference in Mombasa warns Africa’s adolescents are being failed, calling for stronger financing and political will, with Uganda officially involved. Culture Spotlight: Shakira’s World Cup moment keeps growing—she’s danced with Uganda’s Ghetto Kids, a Kampala troupe using music and performance to support street and orphaned children. Court & Citizenship: Uganda’s High Court in Mbale orders NIRA to release records in the MP Metrine Nanzala citizenship dispute, a case hinging on parentage. Sports & Resilience: Ugandan-born U.S. Navy veteran Hanifah Mutesi is set for the 2026 Warrior Games, competing in adaptive events. Lifestyle & Identity: A Muslim woman’s guide to holistic hair care turns “roots” into a practical conversation on edges, ingredients, and confidence. Governance Watch: A year after Museveni’s SONA promises, analysis says policy direction shows continuity rather than a major shift.

Ebola Response in East Africa: WaterStep is stepping up in the DRC, Uganda and Kenya with emergency bleach production hubs near frontline teams as the Bundibugyo strain spreads and no approved vaccines exist yet. Public Health Pressure: WHO says the outbreak has a “big head start,” while contact tracing remains a major bottleneck, and Uganda has recorded linked cases including in Kampala. Travel & Tourism Shockwaves: WTTC urges calm, saying risks to international travelers are still low, but precautionary flight suspensions and World Cup-related travel restrictions are already disrupting plans. Uganda’s HIV Progress: Uganda AIDS Commission reports a 64% drop in AIDS-related deaths (2010–2024) and sharp declines in new infections, with the country nearing 95-95-95 targets. Culture & Youth Spotlight: Shakira has invited Uganda’s Ghetto Kids for the World Cup final halftime show, turning street dance resilience into global entertainment. Governance Watch: Ahead of Museveni’s SONA, analysts flag demands for real shifts in development priorities, not just promises. Community Support: Mungu Feni Foundation partners with Madi West Nile Diocese to back vulnerable groups in West Nile. Education & Order: Kampala exam papers arrived on time, with UNEB reporting a smooth start to national examinations.

Ebola in eastern DRC and Uganda: Churches and overcrowded displacement camps in North Kivu, Ituri and Tshopo are bracing as the outbreak spreads fast, with women often first caregivers and most exposed; experts warn many suspected cases are hiding to avoid isolation, while rebel attacks linked to the ADF have killed dozens and disrupted response. Uganda health readiness: Uganda says the situation is limited and managed, but the crisis is a reminder that the country needs more trained medical workers; the Ministry of Health is closely monitoring the global situation. Martyrs Day, faith and public health: Uganda’s Uganda Martyrs Day events shifted to parish-level services after Ebola concerns, with bishops urging unity and warning against corruption and division. Clean cooking for schools: Vivo Energy Uganda showcased Shell Gas clean cooking solutions at the headteachers’ conference, pushing safer, more reliable institutional cooking. Culture spotlight: Kampala’s Ghetto Kids—born in Katwe—hit global attention by featuring in Shakira and Burna Boy’s World Cup anthem “Dai Dai.” Sports youth moment: Uganda’s strong showing in the World Mini Athletics Challenge highlights grassroots participation and early talent. Visa and travel ripple effects: The U.S. paused visa services in Uganda (and other Ebola-affected countries) and is also reshaping visa-processing hubs across Africa, affecting applicants’ plans.

Ebola & Travel Policy: The WHO is urging countries to lift Ebola travel restrictions on people coming from affected nations, days after Canada tightened entry rules and introduced 21-day self-isolation for recent travellers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan. Health Under Pressure: In eastern DRC, Médecins Sans Frontières says conflict, fear and mistrust are slowing testing and access to care as the outbreak spreads. Uganda Martyrs Day, Reframed: With Ebola concerns behind the cancellation of the national event, Uganda Martyrs Day went ahead at parish level, while Bishop Andaku used the occasion to warn against corruption and tribalism. Parliament & Health Policy: Uganda’s Archbishop Kaziimba Mugalu renewed calls for the National Health Insurance Bill and urged oil revenue to strengthen healthcare. Education Integrity: UNEB extended 2026 exam registration to June 30 but warned schools against fraudulently registering private candidates as government learners. Local Life & Transport: Kampala’s new e-buses are struggling to win over commuters despite cheaper fares and plans to expand the fleet. Culture & Faith Debate: Buganda Kingdom’s Katikkiro Mayiga sparked national debate after remarks that questioned how the Uganda Martyrs were viewed by royal authority. US Visa Shake-up: The US plans to cut visa-processing hubs across Africa, with Kampala named among the remaining centres. Women’s Dignity & Inclusion: Rotary-backed support in Buwama improved girls’ accommodation at a school for visually impaired learners, boosting safety and dignity.

Ebola & Faith: Uganda’s Martyrs Day pilgrimage at Namugongo was cancelled, but believers still arrived for Mass under strict Ebola SOPs, with churches across the country tightening handwashing and crowd controls. Ebola & Camps: In DR Congo’s displaced-person camps, fear is high as health leaders warn that overcrowding could turn the outbreak into a catastrophe, with misinformation and insecurity slowing response. Ebola & Politics: A Kenyan court paused a US-backed Ebola quarantine plan for Americans, after protests turned deadly and judges ordered Kenya to disclose agreements with Washington. Ebola & Aid: The WHO says the outbreak can be stopped, while Gavi funding is set to resume to speed vaccine access for the Bundibugyo strain affecting DR Congo and Uganda. LGBTQ+ Rights & Law: Ghana’s parliament passed a bill criminalising LGBTQ+ identification and “promotion,” with prison terms and a duty to report, drawing international backlash. Lifestyle & Tech: Vim Classic launched a stable release as an AI-free Vim fork, promising support for a Uganda charityware model. Women’s Health: FAWE pushed for action against period poverty and menstrual stigma, linking it to girls’ school absenteeism and dignity. Travel & Visas: The US plans to cut visa-processing embassies across Africa to 20 hubs, including Kampala, reshaping how Ugandans and others apply.

Ebola & Public Health: WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus says community trust is key as DRC’s fast-moving Ebola outbreak spreads across provinces and into Uganda, with health teams urging local ownership of response. Kenya Protests & Sovereignty: Kenya’s court extended a halt on a proposed US Ebola quarantine facility near Nanyuki after protests turned deadly, while officials demand transparency on agreements and protocols. Uganda in the Mix: Uganda confirmed more Ebola cases, and Koboko schools near the DR Congo border appealed for urgent support as learners fear infection and schools lack basic prevention supplies. US Visa Shake-up: The US plans to cut Africa visa-processing missions from nearly 50 to 20 hubs, keeping Kampala among them—meaning applicants from non-hub countries may have to travel farther and pay more. Culture & Identity: Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill faces scrutiny before approval, adding to regional pressure on rights and public expression. Local Lifestyle/Business: Uganda’s gaming regulator says operators withheld Shs 2.6bn in winnings from 125 players, with most complaints already settled. Tourism Diplomacy: Uganda’s embassy in Addis Ababa wrapped a 10-day familiarization trip to boost tourism, investment, and people-to-people ties with Ethiopia.

Ebola Watch: Congo’s rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak is accelerating, with scientists racing for vaccines and health teams warning the real scale may be bigger than reported; Uganda is also named in confirmed links, while misinformation and travel fears keep spreading. Uganda Response & Rumours: The Education Ministry has moved to debunk claims of school closures over Ebola, pointing to recycled clips and false “confirmed cases” stories. Court & Politics: Uganda’s High Court ordered the treason trial of Kiiza Besigye to start within a week, after pre-trial steps were set on tight timelines. Gender & Education: FAWE is pushing action to end period poverty and menstrual stigma, citing how lack of dignity and supplies keeps girls out of school. Civil Society Funding Debate: A proposed National NGO Fund is being revised amid concerns about protecting Uganda’s civil society independence. Culture & Community: Uganda’s digital entertainment scene mourns Master Parrot after a fatal crash on Kampala’s Northern Bypass. Lifestyle & Identity: Art, identity and visibility take centre stage at Latitudes, while Indigenous media grants back community storytelling across Uganda and beyond. International Mobility: The U.S. plans to cut visa-processing embassies in Africa, with Kampala named as a remaining hub—meaning more travellers may face delays elsewhere.

Ebola Watch: WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus visited Bunia as Congo’s rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak grows, with reports of five recoveries and new treatment centre openings, while UN agencies urge armed groups to declare a ceasefire so health workers can reach communities. Uganda Politics & Justice: Uganda’s High Court ordered Kizza Besigye’s treason trial to start within a week, setting tight pre-trial timelines and pushing prosecutors to begin witness presentation. Government & Careers: Museveni’s cabinet reshuffle brings 30 new faces into an 81-member government, with analysts reading it as a mix of fresh expertise and internal network reshuffling. Wildlife & Tourism: With World Bank support, UWEC’s conservation push is paying off—visitor numbers more than doubled and new habitats plus Uganda’s animal hospital are boosting the tourism-conservation experience. Sports & Youth Energy: EACOP and TotalEnergies hosted a students’ conference on youth in the energy sector, spotlighting careers and local development from “resource to prosperity.” Gambling Oversight: Uganda’s betting firms withheld at least Shs 2.6bn in winning claims, as NLGRB reports complaints and resolutions using monitoring systems and security bonds. Culture & Film: iKON Experience at POATE linked Ugandan film to tourism, heritage trails, and investment conversations. LGBTQ+ Rights Abroad: Ghana’s parliament approved an anti-LGBTQ+ bill criminalising identity and “promotion,” drawing international backlash and fear among LGBTQ+ communities.

Ebola Updates (DRC–Uganda): WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Bunia and announced five recoveries from a rare Ebola type, as new treatment capacity opens—while health groups warn the outbreak is still spreading faster than the response and that stigma is complicating care. Public Health & Travel Caution: Uganda’s border moves and wider regional surveillance continue, with Lagos stepping up airport checks to reduce risky mixing of travellers. Community Impact: Women are highlighted as key Ebola caregivers and also among those most at risk, given close-contact roles in homes and hospitals. Human Stories: In Entebbe, David and Florence Mutaaga were finally buried in Switzerland nearly 10 months after their killing. Culture & Advocacy: Sir Ian McKellen led a “Commonwealth Walk of Shame” protest against anti-LGBTQ+ laws, with Uganda and Nigeria cited among the harshest penalties. Local Inclusion: CoRSU Walk drew thousands at MUBS to push disability inclusion and raise funds for children with disabilities. Environment & Media: Bugoma Forest’s management shift toward national park protection is tied to veteran journalist Gerald Tenywa’s long campaign. UPDF Focus: Female soldiers in Somalia were urged toward education, financial discipline, and career growth.

Ebola Recoveries in Congo: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says five patients have recovered from the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain as a new treatment centre opens in Bunia, with four discharges and one earlier release. Public Health Reality Check: WHO stresses the outbreak is serious but not like COVID-19, urging community trust, safe burials, and reconsideration of travel bans that can hurt transparency. Uganda in the Mix: Uganda reports nine confirmed cases and one death, while health teams push for faster testing and aid access as suspected cases rise. Local Security & Welfare: UPDF officers face bail over alleged diversion of 270,000 litres of fuel meant for military operations. Disability Inclusion Push: Thousands turn up for the CoRSU Walk to fund care and equipment for children with disabilities. Culture & Lifestyle Spotlight: Uganda’s Africa Day presence in London highlights gorillas and popular dried fruits and spirits. Education Inequality: UBOS finds over half of Uganda’s sub-counties lack any secondary school. Government Spending Shift: Uganda will stop funding most national holiday celebrations from 2026/27, redirecting money to priority sectors.

Ebola Update (DRC/ Uganda): WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Bunia as confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Congo nearly doubled in days, with 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths reported and Uganda confirming nine cases; he urged community-led action, safe burials, and warned that border closures and travel bans can discourage transparency. Public Health & Daily Life: Congo’s health minister said schools won’t be closed, pushing prevention instead, while Uganda’s broadcasters asked the Ministry of Health for dedicated funding to sustain prime-time Ebola awareness messaging. Cross-Border Impact: Uganda’s temporary closure of the Bunagana border hit traders hard, with security tightened and businesses scrambling to follow hygiene rules. Rights & Activism: In London, actor Sir Ian McKellen led the “Commonwealth Walk of Shame” against anti-LGBTQ+ laws, spotlighting Uganda’s death penalty for same-sex relations. Culture & Sports: Uganda’s “Ghetto Kids” are set to join Shakira at the FIFA World Cup, while Asmara Marathon 2026 announced a 21km women’s race and events for athletes with disabilities.

Ebola Response & Border Measures: Uganda’s Ebola alert keeps widening: the WHO chief landed in Congo to back containment as cases rise, while Uganda shut its DRC border and health teams in Kampala prepare for suspected cases and safe burials; abroad, countries including the U.S., Canada and Taiwan tightened airport screening and entry rules, with travelers from Uganda/DRC/South Sudan monitored for symptoms. Public Health Funding Pressure: Reports point to aid shortfalls and donor cuts straining DRC’s health system, leaving workers short of PPE, lab supplies and hygiene kits—making community trust and misinformation control just as urgent as medicine. Culture & Kids’ Media: Uganda’s “Kunda & Friends” scored a big win internationally, with Kunda Kids’ 3D animated series celebrated in New York at Ashanti and Nelly’s family event—proof local storytelling is going global. Lifestyle & Entertainment: Bell ObaFest rolled through Masaka, spotlighting local music and talent in a full-on community party. Faith & Community Affairs: Uganda’s Mufti, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, accused Hajj officials of turning pilgrimage into business after reports of failed travel despite payments. Business & Consumer Protection: TotalEnergies Uganda’s Wininii campaign stepped up education on spotting counterfeit lubricants to protect engines and road safety. Politics & Rights: Ghana’s parliament passed an anti-LGBTQ+ bill criminalising LGBTQ promotion and acts, drawing sharp criticism from rights groups. Travel Misinformation Watch: Ghanaian authorities and groups pushed back on a fake Cambodia deportation notice targeting Africans, saying it was false.

Ebola Response in DRC: WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus landed in Kinshasa saying the outbreak “can be stopped” but is “very complex,” with 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths reported as health workers face shortages, distrust, and armed conflict. Aid & Community Trust: UNICEF, EU and WHO rushed emergency supplies into Congo, while responders warn misinformation and community fear are slowing containment. Uganda Border Measures: Uganda sealed/closed its border with DR Congo and moved to curb public gatherings as cases rise to seven, with officials pushing stronger surveillance. Travel Rules Ripple Across Borders: Taiwan announced a 90-day entry ban for DRC and Uganda; the US, Canada and others tightened World Cup-linked travel measures; and Kenya courts suspended a US plan for an Ebola quarantine facility. Fake Cambodia Deportation Claims: Cambodia and Ghana’s foreign affairs ministries dismissed viral notices ordering Africans to leave by May 31 as fake, while Ghana said some nationals were evacuated voluntarily. Lifestyle & Culture: Masaka’s Bell ObaFest stop in Chomaz Lounge drew big crowds with local talent, DJs, and a full-on beer-and-music celebration. Education & Safety: Uganda’s MoES renewed focus on keeping girls in school by tackling menstrual-related dropouts. Public Life & Law: A legal challenge questioned a Ugandan minister’s alleged dual citizenship, reigniting debate on eligibility for public office.

Ebola & Borders: Uganda has closed its border with the DRC as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak worsens, with health officials reporting rising infections and deaths and stepping up screening, isolation and surveillance in Kampala. Global Travel Shockwaves: The WHO says the outbreak can be stopped, but countries are tightening entry rules fast—Canada suspends travel documents and adds quarantine, the US expands airport screening (including JFK), and FIFA World Cup host nations roll out aligned health measures. Aid Under Pressure: In Congo’s Ituri, EU-donated supplies are reaching Bunia, but shortages, mistrust, and attacks on health centres are slowing response. Faith & Community Life: The Church of Uganda is consulting on a scaled, science-guided Martyrs Day service at Namugongo, with worship broadcast to homes. Politics & Leadership: Parliament approved Jessica Alupo as Vice President and Robinah Nabbanja as Prime Minister. Culture & Creativity: ZIFF 2026 signals a new era for East African storytelling, with bolder, tech-influenced filmmaking. Education Support: Rubanda West’s Bruce Kabaasa launches a school feeding plan for P7 candidates during PLE. International Spotlight: Aga Khan V begins a two-day Uganda visit focused on healthcare, education and regional development.

Ebola Watch: Uganda has closed its border with the DRC as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak accelerates, with Uganda reporting 7 cases and officials banning mass gatherings (concerts, rallies, festivals, marathons and cross-border marketing) to curb spread. Funding & Response Strain: Africa CDC says Ebola funding pledges have nearly halved, while WHO warns the epidemic is outpacing efforts and calls for a ceasefire in eastern Congo so health teams can reach communities. Travel Rules Hit People Hard: Canada, the U.S. and Mexico are aligning Ebola travel measures for World Cup crowds, and Canada says it may suspend over 24,000 immigration travel documents tied to residents of DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, alongside 21-day quarantine requirements. Aid on the Ground: UNICEF and partners report rushed supplies to Congo’s outbreak areas, but shortages and attacks on health centres are complicating containment. Culture & Wellness: India launched the first-ever World Yogasana Championship 2026, with Uganda listed among participating nations. Lifestyle & Learning: Makerere University graduate Yunus Lubega’s 10-year architecture journey highlights persistence, while a new regenerative agriculture centre aims to bridge research and farming gaps.