AGP Executive Report

Ebola in DR Congo: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Bunia in Ituri as the rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak accelerates, with confirmed cases nearly doubling in days and officials citing 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths, plus 1,028 suspected cases and over 220 suspected deaths since May 15; he urged communities to lead the response, called for safer burials, and warned that travel bans and border closures discourage transparency. Community tensions and security: Reports say crowds attacked Ebola treatment sites and tried to reclaim bodies, including a Mongwalu incident where police fired shots, underscoring mistrust and the strain on health workers. Regional risk watch: Africa CDC listed 10 countries at risk of exposure, including Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Angola, as IGAD urged coordinated cross-border preparedness. Rwanda-linked mobility and trade: Rwanda and Cambodia’s central banks announced cross-border payment cooperation, while Rwanda’s visa-free access for Nigerians and air-cargo corridor moves were highlighted as boosts for regional integration.

Ebola Emergency in DR Congo: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Kinshasa to back the fight against a rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak, warning it “can be stopped” but is “very complex” as conflict, food insecurity, and distrust hamper containment; reported figures include over 1,000 suspected cases and hundreds of suspected deaths, with health workers facing shortages and attacks on facilities. Rwanda-Regional Security: Rwanda and Kenya signed a new police cooperation MoU in Kigali to tackle transnational crime, improve information sharing, and coordinate responses to threats including illicit small arms trafficking. Rwanda-Russia Nuclear Deal: Rwanda signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Russia covering nuclear medicine, science, and training, with feasibility studies underway for an SMR-based facility and a nuclear science and technology centre. Cross-Border Payments: Cambodia and Rwanda announced central-bank cooperation to modernize electronic cross-border payments, aiming to boost trade and tourism links. Local Development in Rwanda: World Connect Rwanda inaugurated 12 community-led projects in Musanze, including labs, hygiene and teacher rooms, courts, sanitation, farming, and market infrastructure. Markets & Finance: Government launched a new Frw10bn Treasury Bond offering 12% annual interest, with investors able to sell on the Rwanda Stock Exchange after listing.

Ebola Response in Congo: UNICEF has started airlifting emergency Ebola supplies to the DRC, delivering over 100 metric tonnes of PPE, medicines, hygiene items and medical supplies with EU support—aimed at protecting frontline workers and communities as suspected cases surge. WHO on the Ground: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Kinshasa saying the outbreak “can be stopped,” but warned it’s “very complex” due to displacement, food insecurity, distrust and armed groups; authorities report hundreds of suspected cases and deaths, with a first confirmed recovery also noted. Aid Shortfalls & Misinformation: CARE says the health system is struggling with major gaps in funding, lab testing kits and protective gear, while misinformation and cultural barriers are undermining response efforts. Rwanda–Kenya Security: In Kigali, Rwanda and Kenya police signed a new MoU to boost cooperation on transnational crime, arms trafficking, information sharing and coordinated responses. Genocide Remembrance in Rwanda: Bugesera marked Kwibuka with leaders and survivors warning against modern complacency and online genocide ideology. Rwanda DDR Spotlight: Swiss, US and Dutch diplomats visited Rwanda’s Mutobo demobilization centre to study reintegration of former combatants. Regional Trade & Connectivity: EAC regulators discussed new roaming rules to cut cross-border communication costs and support the bloc’s digital market. Rwanda in Global Sport: Rwanda’s “Visit Rwanda” branding is set to feature prominently around the Champions League final as Arsenal and PSG battle.

Ebola Crisis in DR Congo: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says the outbreak can still be stopped as suspected cases in Ituri climb past 1,000, with conflict and mistrust making contact tracing harder; he urges armed groups to declare a ceasefire while aid deliveries reach Bunia amid attacks on health centres and shortages. Regional Border Moves: Uganda has closed its border with DR Congo and tightened screening after linked cases, while Kenya approved a US quarantine facility for exposed Americans—sparking debate and a legal challenge. Rwanda Spotlight: A profile revisits the Agaciro Development Fund’s “dignity” model, built from citizens’ contributions, and Rwanda’s role in regional health readiness. Economic and Energy Signals: South Africa’s central bank raised rates to 7.00% amid inflation pressures tied to the Iran war; Rwanda and Tanzania push nuclear energy ambitions at NEISA in Kigali. Media & Culture: The Voice Achievers Award will honour The Witness Newspaper MD Enyeh Julius Akpovire in London, and Rwanda’s Kigali hosts more regional entertainment momentum.

Ebola Crisis in DRC: The WHO chief, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has landed in Kinshasa and is heading to Ituri as the DRC’s Ebola outbreak surges past 1,000 suspected cases, with the Bundibugyo strain spreading amid conflict, mistrust, and attacks on health facilities; aid is also arriving, including EU-donated masks, gloves, boots and medicines, as doctors report shortages and even use expired supplies. Regional Border Moves: Kenya has approved a US request to set up an Ebola quarantine facility for exposed Americans at a military site in Laikipia, while other countries have tightened travel and entry rules over fears of cross-border spread. Rwanda & Health Memory: Rwanda’s Assumpta Numukobwa launched a book recounting how the university she trusted became a site of fear and violence during the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. Sports Integration Push: Rwanda’s Kofi Adams urged freer movement across Africa to boost sports development, linking regional mobility to building elite athletes.

Ebola Crisis in Eastern DRC: WHO is urging an immediate ceasefire in eastern DR Congo as the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak worsens, with suspected cases now topping 1,000 and attacks on health facilities forcing patients to flee and contacts to be hard to trace. Regional Border Moves: Uganda has closed its border with DR Congo and Rwanda has tightened controls, while multiple countries are issuing travel advisories and screening measures as Africa CDC warns at least 10 nations are at risk. Rwanda’s Response and Impact: Rwanda is named among high-risk countries, and the border tightening is already hitting cross-border trade in Goma. Humanitarian Pressure: Aid groups say insecurity, displacement, and funding gaps are colliding with the outbreak, with WHO warning of a “catastrophic collision” of disease and conflict. Rwanda Tourism Deal: Cleo Capital signs to acquire a majority stake in Akagera Game Lodge, with plans to rebrand and expand luxury tourism circuits. Sports (Rwanda): RSSB Tigers reach the BAL final after beating Al Ahly, and the BAL Finals are set for May 31 in Kigali.

Ebola Crisis in Eastern DRC: WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus says the Ebola outbreak in Ituri is colliding with conflict, making it “nearly impossible” to trace contacts and isolate patients, and urges an immediate ceasefire to allow safe humanitarian access as cases and deaths rise. Regional Border Moves: Uganda has closed its border with the DRC and will allow entry only for emergencies, with mandatory isolation for arrivals; the WHO warns border closures can also backfire. US Emergency Support: The US announced a $13m Ebola response package for Uganda and the DRC to boost surveillance, labs, public communication and clinical care. Rwanda Tech for Conservation: Rwanda is testing environmental DNA (eDNA) to monitor hard-to-reach wildlife like mountain gorillas and golden monkeys with less disturbance. Trade Talks: Qatar and Rwanda discussed enhancing trade and investment cooperation during a meeting in Doha. Sports (Rwanda in the spotlight): Basketball Africa League playoffs continue in Kigali, with Rwanda’s RSSB Tigers among the teams.

Ebola Alarm, Rwanda on High Alert: WHO says a confirmed Bundibugyo Ebola patient is recovering in Goma, but the outbreak is still surging—over 900 suspected cases and 220+ suspected deaths—while attacks and insecurity keep patients fleeing and aid struggling; Ethiopia says it has no cases yet but is ramping screening, airport surveillance, lab readiness, and supplies. Rwanda Tightens Borders: Rwanda has stepped up nationwide prevention, with mandatory screening, testing and quarantine for travellers returning from affected areas, and tighter movement protocols at key entry points like Rubavu and Rusizi. Aid Under Pressure: In a Bunia displacement camp, responders report only one handwashing station and one thermometer—no water for many—highlighting how fragile hygiene and health systems are. Trade & Finance Signals: I&M’s Q1 results point to banks leaning harder into insurance and wealth products, while Rwanda-Tanzania sign a pact to bring Dar es Salaam port services to Kigali to cut logistics bottlenecks. Regional Tech & Policy: EAC pushes a harmonised mobile roaming framework to cut cross-border communication costs.

Ebola Emergency Escalates: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak is spreading faster than responders can handle, with reports of attacks on treatment centres and patients fleeing—while the Ituri governor warns the region could face “catastrophe” without a rapid international response. Cross-Border Controls: The U.S. is ramping up Ebola screenings at three airports, and Rwanda has tightened entry rules for travellers from DR Congo, as Uganda also reports new cases. World Cup Biosecurity: The White House says the DR Congo team must stay in a 21-day isolation “bubble” before World Cup matches in the U.S., or risk being blocked from travelling. Regional Tech Push: The EAC is moving toward a harmonised mobile roaming framework to cut cross-border communication costs. Trade & Logistics: Nigeria expands air cargo export routes to reduce freight costs across East and Southern Africa. Sports Spotlight: Dar City face Petro de Luanda in a decisive BAL playoff clash in Kigali.

Skatepark Finish in Cape Town: US skateboarder Jason Vanporppal wrapped up a 6,000km, 106-day ride from Kampala to Cape Town, drawing a hero’s welcome at City Bowl Skatepark after raising over $35,000 for Uganda’s biggest skatepark—an effort supporters say is already boosting local skateboarding and youth investment. Ebola Alarm Across Borders: The WHO says the DR Congo outbreak is “extremely serious and difficult,” with the epidemic spreading faster than response teams can track it; neighboring countries face urgent risk as suspected cases top 900 and Rwanda is among those flagged for heightened quarantine and entry controls. Unity Cup Football: Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Zimbabwe’s Warriors meet in London for the Unity Cup semifinal opener, with both sides chasing a place in the May 30 final. Pan-African Mobility Push: The African Union’s push to reduce barriers is echoed by Congo’s plan to scrap visas for Africans from Jan 1, 2027, joining a growing list of countries easing travel rules. Sports Talent Pipeline: Ghana’s Kofi Adams tells the NBA-BAL summit in Kigali that Africa must build elite athletes at home by reviving school sports and backing public-private investment.

Ebola Emergency Deepens in DR Congo: WHO chief Tedros says the outbreak is “extremely serious and difficult,” with the epidemic spreading faster than response teams can keep up. Public Health Under Pressure: More than 900 suspected cases and 220 suspected deaths are reported in DR Congo, with 101 confirmed cases and 10 confirmed deaths; WHO urges neighbours to act immediately as insecurity and distrust hamper containment. Treatment Centres Hit: In Ituri, attacks on hospitals have driven patients to flee, including cases where families burned tents set up by Médecins Sans Frontières. Cross-Border Alarm: Two suspected Ebola cases were detected in Milan after aid workers returned from Uganda, while Africa CDC warns 10 countries—including Rwanda and Kenya—are at risk. South Africa Migration Tensions: Ministers held urgent talks as protests against undocumented migrants grow, with officials stressing enforcement must stay “within the law.”

Ebola Surge in Congo: Confirmed Ebola cases in DR Congo have now passed 100, with suspected cases climbing above 900 as the outbreak spreads across Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu; WHO has raised the alert to “very high,” while Uganda reported three new cases. Treatment Centres Under Attack: In eastern Congo, arson and assaults on Ebola facilities have disrupted care, reflecting anger in a region already battered by rebel violence, displacement, and aid shortfalls. Regional Spillover Fears: Africa CDC warns at least 10 countries—including Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania—are at risk, and several neighbours have tightened travel and screening. Rwanda in the Spotlight: Rwanda’s “Visit Rwanda” branding continues to show up internationally, including on sports sponsorships, as the country marks Africa Day with cultural diplomacy. Wildlife Tech in Rwanda: Researchers are using environmental DNA to track endangered golden monkeys with less disturbance, aiming to strengthen Rwanda’s biodiversity monitoring.

Ebola Surge in Congo: DR Congo says suspected Ebola cases in the east have jumped to 904, with 119 suspected deaths, as WHO warns the national risk is “very high” and containment struggles amid arson attacks on treatment centres, community anger, armed-group violence, displacement, and aid cuts. Regional Spillover Fears: Uganda confirmed 3 new cases linked to Congo, while Africa CDC lists 10 countries at high risk of spread, including Rwanda and Kenya, urging stronger preparedness and early detection. Aid and Security Strain: Reports say responders are falling behind—contact follow-up reached only about 1 in 5 identified contacts in one day—while treatment sites are repeatedly disrupted. Rwanda in the Mix: Rwanda is named among the high-risk countries, and the outbreak is driving tighter border health measures. Other News: In sports, Rwanda’s Hamza Khan smashed an unbeaten 164 to set a major T20I record; in culture, Cristian Mungiu’s “Fjord” won the Palme d’Or at Cannes.

Ebola Alarm Escalates in Eastern DRC: The Ebola crisis in eastern DR Congo is worsening fast. Health officials say deaths have climbed to 204 from 867 suspected cases, after the Red Cross reported three volunteer deaths and Uganda confirmed three new cases. WHO Emergency: The World Health Organization has declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, warning the situation is unlike past Ebola flare-ups, with a rare strain and detection gaps. Regional Spillover Fears: Africa CDC chief Jean Kaseya says 10 more countries are at risk—Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Zambia—citing high mobility and insecurity. Community Resistance Hits Response: In the field, tensions are disrupting care: residents stormed an Ebola centre in Rwampara and tents supplied by MSF were set on fire in Ituri, as families clash with strict burial rules. Other News: Cannes ended with Cristian Mungiu’s “Fjord” winning the Palme d’Or.

Ebola Escalation in East Africa: Uganda confirmed three new Ebola cases on Saturday, bringing its total to five, as WHO raised the DRC risk to “very high” and warned the outbreak could spread further. Regional Alarm: Africa CDC head Jean Kaseya said 10 countries are now “at risk” — including Rwanda, Kenya, Burundi, Angola, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Zambia, South Sudan, the Central African Republic and Congo — citing “high mobility and insecurity.” On-the-Ground Pressure: The DRC outbreak is centered in conflict-hit eastern provinces, with late detection and weak supplies repeatedly slowing response. US Tightens Entry Rules: The US temporarily banned green-card holders who recently traveled to DRC, Uganda or South Sudan, and expanded Ebola screening to additional airports. Other News: Cannes 2026 crowned Cristian Mungiu’s “Fjord” with the Palme d’Or, while “The Dreamed Adventure” won the Jury Prize.

Ebola Emergency Escalates in Congo: The WHO has raised the Ebola risk in DR Congo to “very high” as confirmed cases climb to 82 and deaths to 7, while suspected figures jump to about 750 cases and 177 suspected deaths—amid warnings the outbreak is “much larger.” Containment Hits Resistance: In Ituri, funeral wakes and gatherings of over 50 have been banned after clashes with health workers, including reports of isolation tents being set on fire and patients fleeing. Regional Spread Fears: The outbreak has reached militia-held South Kivu under Rwanda-backed M23, heightening worries as contact tracing struggles in insecure areas. Rwanda Tightens Borders: Rwanda has introduced mandatory quarantine for arrivals from DR Congo and denied entry to foreign nationals who transited through Congo in the last 30 days—while saying no cases have been reported in Rwanda. Africa Day Push: Rwanda’s envoy urges Africans to “decolonise minds” and back home-grown solutions as the continent marks Africa Day.