AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEbola Update (DRC): The WHO warns Ebola in northeast DR Congo is spreading into new areas, with cases now appearing in fresh health zones almost daily and isolation beds far below what’s needed; since May 15, the outbreak has reached 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths, with 119 suspected cases and 32 recoveries, and officials say local community spread is emerging. Uganda Travel Impact: Uganda has reported 19 confirmed cases, and the UN has launched an urgent $15.8m appeal to support Uganda’s Ebola response through August, citing a major funding gap—while Uganda’s hospitality sector says travel advisories and misinformation are driving cancellations and losses. Border/Travel Precautions: Kenya says it’s training staff and putting isolation units on standby, while Africa CDC urges stronger border exit screenings (not travel bans) to reduce local spread if cases are imported. Aviation & Tourism (Uganda): Uganda Airlines signed a commitment with Boeing for 10 aircraft (eight passenger jets plus two freighters), positioning the carrier to boost regional and intercontinental routes that support trade and tourism. Labour Mobility: Uganda plans a digital tracking system for Ugandans working abroad to help government trace workers and improve support.
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