Ebola Response in Uganda: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus praised Uganda’s Ebola containment work in Kampala, saying the country’s case handling is “steady” and urging continued vigilance as Uganda prepares more treatment and lab capacity for the DRC. Ebola Crisis in Congo: The DRC’s Bundibugyo outbreak surged to 550 cases and 101 deaths, with attacks on health workers and armed conflict slowing response in Ituri and beyond. Travel Restrictions Debate: Tedros also said travel restrictions on Uganda are unnecessary and mainly hurt the economy, while Africa CDC and WHO push a unified $518m six-month plan to strengthen surveillance, labs, and cross-border coordination. Uganda Economy & Infrastructure: Uganda secured a €270m Afreximbank loan to fund roads, rail, ports, energy, industrial parks, and agricultural value addition, with an Afreximbank East Africa trade office set to open in Kampala. Innovation & Health: A Makerere student showcased “Pee-Gal,” a disposable female urination device aimed at improving hygiene and reducing contact with unsanitary toilet surfaces. Governance & Rights: Dr Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale filed a fresh High Court application challenging their treason case over alleged unlawful abduction and detention. Heroes’ Day: Uganda marks 37th Heroes’ Day with a scaled-down State House ceremony as government austerity cuts public spending.