AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEbola & Travel Safety: WHO says Ebola risk for 2026 FIFA World Cup host countries (US, Canada, Mexico) and Europe remains low, with no cases reported there, while DRC records 676 cases and Uganda 19 cases (plus two deaths); WHO urges fans to travel normally but stay alert to symptoms. Testing Strain in DRC: WHO warns three major DRC labs have run out of Ebola testing reagents, risking delays in confirming cases, isolation, and contact tracing. Uganda Budget Boost for Tourism: Uganda’s 2026/27 budget allocates Shs567.32bn to tourism—destination marketing, site infrastructure, hospitality standards, conservation, and “Explore Uganda” branding. Tourism-Linked Health Infrastructure: Lubowa International Specialised Hospital is 75% complete and expected to finish in Dec 2027, as health gets Shs5.23tn. Aviation for Tourism & Trade: Uganda Airlines signs a $985m Boeing deal for 10 aircraft (passenger and cargo), aiming to strengthen regional connectivity. Security Spending: Government sets aside Shs10.21tn for security and governance, including border security and crime intelligence—key for safer travel.
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