AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEbola Alert: US and Africa CDC teams are monitoring a fresh Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s Ituri, reporting 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases, with Uganda also confirming a DR Congolese man died in Kampala; officials warn the outbreak sits near busy cross-border routes, raising fears of wider spread. Regional Health Coordination: Africa CDC says it will convene an urgent meeting with DR Congo, Uganda and South Sudan to push containment as lab results reportedly detect Ebola in some samples. Sovereign Finance for Rail: Uganda is courting Tanzanian investors for a €405m Shari’ah-compliant Sukuk to help fund the Malaba–Kampala Standard Gauge Railway, with a global launch expected in late June. Tourism Push: Uganda’s leisure bikers are set for a 1,000km European tour to market Uganda’s wildlife and culture, while Tanzania and partners keep betting on Afcon 2027 to boost tourism. Trade Talks: Zambia and Uganda are urged to strengthen bilateral trade partnerships to unlock growth for businesses.
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