AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMenstrual Health Access: Uganda’s transport Union launched “Kili Clear,” a new push to make quality sanitary pads more affordable for girls and women, aiming to cut missed school and work. Ebola Update (DRC-Uganda): Bundibugyo Ebola continues to surge across eastern DRC and into Uganda, with Africa CDC reporting 952 confirmed cases and 247 deaths, while WHO warns the outbreak is evolving fast and response needs more capacity. Cross-Border Response: Uganda and DRC officials held high-level talks on boosting the Ebola treatment center in Ar’u to prevent spillover into West Nile. Tourism Impact: Uganda Tourism Board says Ebola fears are already hitting bookings, with cancellations linked to the outbreak in the region. Arua Airport Upgrade: AfDB approved Shs650bn (€155.99m) to upgrade Arua Airport, improving regional air access for West Nile and cross-border travel. Tourism Promotion Abroad: Uganda showcased its tourism potential to 400+ Turkish travel stakeholders through roadshows in Gaziantep and Istanbul. Wildlife Tourism Moment: A close gorilla encounter went viral after a blackback walked through a group of tourists, underlining the need to follow trekking safety rules.
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