AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUganda Fashion & Business: Uganda International Fashion Week 2026 opened in Kampala with a push to turn creative talent into real businesses, jobs, and sustainable livelihoods, featuring a Fashion and Business Expo, mentorship sessions, and international designer participation ahead of the Sept 5 grand finale. Sports Spotlight: Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga and defender Joseph Okumu are back in Benni McCarthy’s 38-man provisional squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers, as Kenya prepares for matches against Eritrea and Guinea. Global Mobility Shock (Uganda): Ride-hailing giant Uber shut down operations in Uganda and Nigeria effective Sept 2, with reports of abrupt mid-ride outages and mixed reactions over what it means for drivers’ livelihoods. Royal & Culture: Tooro Kingdom mourns the death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV at 34, with funeral plans and succession details expected later. Human Stories & Safety: UNICEF reports about 60% of online child sexual abuse happens on social media, while Uganda also saw viral allegations of a man faking a child’s eye tumour to solicit money. Oil Sector Update: Uganda’s crude blend name “Pearl Sweet” was unveiled as the country moves closer to commercial production.
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