AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEbola Travel Curbs: The UAE has suspended new visas and barred entry for travellers from Uganda, DRC and South Sudan, with an exemption for those who spent 21+ days outside the region; Emirates says the rules apply even via connecting flights, while cargo and transit flights continue. Uganda’s Situation: Uganda’s Ministry of Health reports 19 confirmed Ebola cases as of June 6, with no new cases in the latest update, and officials reiterate the country remains safe and open to visitors. Regional Preparedness: Kenya says it has no confirmed Ebola cases, but is intensifying screening at Malaba and other entry points; authorities also confirm 59 suspected cases tested negative. Tourism Infrastructure: Construction of Kidepo International Airport has begun in Karenga, with President Museveni saying it will improve access to Kidepo Valley National Park, boost tourism and jobs, and expand markets for local products. Funding Boost: The U.S. will add nearly $38m to Ebola response efforts in DRC and Uganda, supporting surveillance, contact tracing, border screening, treatment and public awareness. Eid Relief: Qatar Red Crescent Society’s Eid Al-Adha campaign reached 247,344 beneficiaries across 14 nations including Uganda.
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