AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEbola Response: Uganda’s Ebola outbreak has been declared over, but the DRC crisis is still accelerating, with the virus spreading to 60 health zones and UN chief António Guterres urging an extra $1.1bn as funding falls short. Canada Travel Measures: Canada extended Ebola-related entry bans for people from the DRC, Uganda and South Sudan for another 30 days, keeping many visa decisions on hold until Sept. 28. UN Peacekeeping Security: The AU condemned a deadly attack on UNMISS peacekeepers in Jonglei that killed two Ethiopian soldiers and injured seven, calling for investigations and prosecutions. Health & Blood Supply: WHO says South Sudan still relies too much on family and replacement blood donors, while the NBTS says mosques are the main source for voluntary donations. Local Development: EU and Germany handed over a rehabilitated sports ground in Terekeka, betting on sport to build community ties ahead of elections. Roads & Infrastructure: VP Taban Deng admitted severe road and energy gaps and pushed for investment in the Juba-Nimule and Juba-Nadapal corridors. Cattle Raids: At least 49 people were killed in Warrap after armed raiders attacked a cattle herders’ camp, with officials pointing to Unity State links. Sports: South Sudan beat Nigeria 82-79 in FIBA World Cup qualifiers, but the “job not done” message came as qualification pressure stays high.
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