AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEbola & Aviation: Uganda has pushed back hard on “unfair” air travel restrictions tied to the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak, saying surveillance and response are improving and blanket bans are hurting tourism and business. Public Health Update: WHO warns the outbreak is rapidly expanding across DR Congo and Uganda, with cases now reported across 29 health zones and pressure mounting on response systems. Travel Shockwaves: Israel has proposed temporary entry bans for travellers linked to Uganda and other Ebola-affected countries, while hospitality groups say misinformation and advisories are already driving cancellations. Vaccine Push: India’s Serum Institute is fast-tracking a Bundibugyo vaccine candidate (ChAdOx1 BDBV) with Oxford and CEPI support, as no approved vaccine exists for this strain. Tourism Promotion: Uganda plans to use the 2026 Africa Nations Cup in the UK to market gorillas, the Nile source, Murchison Falls and more to the diaspora. Local Travel Disruption: Kampala transport fares have risen after fuel prices jumped, with intermittent fuel shortages worsening delays for commuters. Health Breakthrough (Regional): JOOTRH in western Kenya performed the region’s first neonatal peritoneal dialysis, reducing the need for families to travel long distances for critical care. Food Safety Scam: Police in Mubende intercepted dog carcasses allegedly sold as “goat meat” along the Mityana–Mubende road.
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