AGP Executive Report

Ebola Preparedness Funding: The U.S. announced an extra Ksh2.59 billion (about $20m) for Ebola preparedness in Kenya, Burundi, Rwanda, and South Sudan, targeting emergency operations, surveillance and testing, border screening, and infection prevention supplies. Ebola Travel Advisories: Trinidad and Tobago’s health ministry urged citizens to avoid travel to Ebola-affected DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan, with enhanced screening and mandatory monitoring for returnees. Ebola Outbreak Pressure on Borders: The U.S. is pushing Europe to tighten travel restrictions ahead of the World Cup, while many EU states say the risk to Europe is very low and prefer monitoring and contact tracing. Local Humanitarian Strain in South Sudan: Save the Children reports families in Jonglei surviving on leaves and water lilies as violence disrupts aid and healthcare, with children out of school and at risk of labour or early marriage. Public Health & Safety Training: South Sudan Red Cross and partners trained journalists in Juba on early warning alerts and disaster risk communication as floods, drought, and outbreaks continue to hit communities. Human Rights Concern: Amnesty International Kenya says a South Sudanese businessman abducted in Nairobi may face forced deportation to South Sudan, calling for immediate disclosure and due process.

Ebola & Travel Policy: The Trump administration is urging European governments to tighten travel restrictions for people arriving from Ebola-affected African countries ahead of the FIFA World Cup, arguing the risk of imported cases is rising even as the EU says Europe’s risk remains very low and prefers enhanced screening and coordination. Regional Health Advisories: South Sudan-linked travel risk messaging is spreading internationally, with health ministries warning against travel to Ebola-affected countries and flagging stronger monitoring for returnees. Ebola Outbreak Update: WHO reports the DRC outbreak is worsening, with cases climbing and cross-border spread to Uganda continuing to drive “very high” risk assessments for the region. Local Impact on Health & Safety: In Kenya, protests against a proposed U.S. Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki turned violent, with reports of a fatal shooting—highlighting how outbreak control plans can spark public backlash. Food Security & Child Health: In Jonglei, Save the Children warns families are surviving on leaves and water lilies as conflict and hunger push parts of South Sudan toward famine, with severe malnutrition and school dropouts rising. Health Innovation: Public Health Vaccines received additional BARDA funding to advance Sudan ebolavirus and Bundibugyo ebolavirus vaccine candidates, as no licensed options exist for these threats. Community & Wellness: A Climate Youth Ecumenical Summit launched in South Sudan to mobilize young people on climate justice and resilience, focusing on flooding, drought, heatwaves, and displacement.

Ebola Update (DR Congo–Uganda): WHO says the Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo is worsening, with 550 confirmed cases and 101 deaths, and risk rated very high for DR Congo and high for Uganda as transmission crosses borders. Travel & Screening Pressure: The U.S. is urging Europe to tighten Ebola travel restrictions ahead of the World Cup, after CDC barred noncitizens recently in DR Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan from entering the U.S. World Cup Health Fears: Enhanced screening is expanding at major airports, including Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, as officials try to prevent imported cases during tournament travel. South Sudan Hunger Crisis: In Jonglei, Save the Children reports families—especially in Akobo and Walgak—are surviving on leaves and water lilies as violence and flooding cut aid and push children toward severe malnutrition. Funding for Response: The U.S. praised Kenya’s Ebola partnership and highlighted large Ebola-related funding, while vaccine development support continues with new BARDA backing for Sudan and Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine candidates.

Ebola Response Tensions in Kenya: Protests in Nanyuki turned deadly as police fired tear gas and a protester was shot dead over a planned U.S. quarantine facility for Americans exposed to Ebola in DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan, with residents accusing authorities of poor transparency. World Cup Health Screening: The U.S. expanded enhanced Ebola screening to Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, directing travelers with recent travel history to dedicated screening areas as the Bundibugyo outbreak in DRC continues to raise concern. Vaccine Development Funding: Public Health Vaccines won an added BARDA option worth over $33 million to advance Sudan ebolavirus and Bundibugyo ebolavirus vaccine candidates, aiming to close gaps where no licensed vaccines exist. DRC Outbreak Update: DRC reported Ebola cases rising to 550 with 101 deaths, while WHO warned the outbreak trend remains upward and cross-border spread risk is growing. South Sudan Food & Health Pressure: In Jonglei, families are increasingly surviving on leaves and water lilies as conflict and hunger worsen, with Save the Children warning of severe acute malnutrition needs for children.

Ebola Update (DRC): The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has climbed to 550 confirmed cases and 101 deaths, with 35 new confirmed cases and 10 deaths reported in the last 24 hours; health officials say the outbreak is still trending upward, lab testing is under pressure, and contact follow-up remains below the target. Cross-Border Spread (Uganda): The WHO warns the risk is very high for DRC and high for Uganda, noting Uganda’s 19 confirmed cases are linked to transmission from Congo, including spread among close contacts and healthcare workers. Travel & Entry Rules (UAE): The UAE has tightened Ebola-related entry measures, including barring travellers who recently visited DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan unless they have been outside those countries for 21 days, with Emirates urging passengers to check destination requirements. Regional Coordination (EAC): East African Community health ministers are pushing a coordinated Ebola response, focusing on cross-border surveillance and harmonised protocols to prevent further spread. Local Care (South Sudan): South Sudan’s presidential medical team provided free treatment at Akon Hospital in Warrap, reporting care for hundreds of patients including pneumonia and malaria cases.

Ebola Response in Focus: WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus praised Uganda’s prompt Ebola response, citing border screening, surveillance, testing and case management, and urged Uganda to reopen its border with DR Congo to avoid harming the economy. Outbreak Scale: The DRC outbreak is now the third-largest in history, with 515 confirmed cases and 91 deaths reported, while health teams race to contain the rare Bundibugyo strain. Regional Aid Boost: UNICEF says it has dispatched over 100 metric tons of emergency supplies to the DRC, including PPE, medicines and WASH materials, as the response faces urgent funding needs. South Sudan Health Support: South Sudan’s presidential medical team provided free treatment at Akon Hospital, treating hundreds of patients including pneumonia and malaria cases. Hospital Hygiene Push: Nilepet donated hygiene and sanitation supplies to Juba Teaching Hospital, including soap, sanitizers, gloves and waste bins, as the hospital director called for more support for poor patients. Local Food Security: Farmers in Yei River County appealed for tools, storage and transport support to boost production and ease rising food insecurity. Travel Rules & Screening: Telangana ordered criminal action against travellers from Ebola-affected countries who give false addresses, while other countries tightened entry rules and quarantine requirements.

Ebola Watch: Uganda confirmed three more Ebola infections, bringing its total to 19, with most linked to cross-border spread from DRC; health officials also reported one more death and note 13 patients are in isolation while four have recovered. Travel & Screening: The UAE suspended new visas and barred entry for travellers from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan (with a 21-day third-country stay exemption), while World Cup host countries are tightening airport screening to reduce importation risk. Regional Impact: Uganda’s border closure with Congo is disrupting trade, leaving traders with perishable goods stuck and rotting. South Sudan Health Support: Nilepet donated hygiene and sanitation supplies to Juba Teaching Hospital on World Environment Day, and the hospital’s medical director urged more support because many patients “have no food” and “no medicine.” Public Health Preparedness: Kerala authorities reported Shigella in three districts and quarantined a Uganda traveller as a precaution for Ebola, with tests pending/negative in separate reports. Wellness & Prevention: Tanzania urged youth to lead the fight against drug abuse through community prevention and education.

Ebola Preparedness & Travel Curbs: The UAE has suspended new visas and barred entry for travellers from the DRC, Uganda and South Sudan, with an exemption for those who spent at least 21 days in a non-restricted third country; cargo and transit flights continue. Regional Entry Restrictions: Mauritius has also temporarily restricted entry for foreign nationals linked to the same countries in the past 21 days, requiring a mandatory 21-day quarantine for eligible arrivals. World Cup Health Alert: With World Cup travel ramping up, health officials in host countries are expanding screening and public health measures to reduce the risk of Ebola spread. Local Hospital Support: In Juba, the Medical Director of Juba Teaching Hospital, Dr. Maker Isaac, appealed for more support for poor patients, saying many lack food and medicine; donations included cleaning and waste-management supplies for World Environment Day. Public Health Vigilance: Reports from India highlight Ebola-like cases testing negative after isolation and lab testing, underscoring how symptom screening and quarantine procedures are being used globally. Drug Abuse Prevention: Tanzania urged youth to lead anti-drug efforts through community education and prevention.

Ebola Update (South Sudan focus): South Sudan is still reporting no Ebola cases, but health authorities are intensifying border and entry monitoring as the Central Africa outbreak grows. Global Travel Precautions: The UAE suspended new visas and barred entry for travellers from Uganda, the DRC and South Sudan (with a 21-day outside-country exemption), while Mauritius temporarily banned entry for foreign nationals linked to those countries and required a mandatory 21-day quarantine for returning residents. Case Checks Abroad: A Ugandan woman in Jaipur with Ebola-like symptoms tested negative, and a U.S. doctor treated for Ebola in Berlin was discharged after repeated negative tests. Funding & Response: The U.S. announced nearly $38m more for Ebola response in the DRC and Uganda, bringing direct support above $200m, as CDC modelling warns the outbreak could reach 20,000 cases without strong interventions. Local Health & Wellness Angle: Yei marked World Environment Day with calls for better waste management and tree planting—efforts that support healthier living conditions during public health scares.

Ebola Response: The UAE has suspended new visas and barred entry for travellers from Uganda, DR Congo and South Sudan (effective June 6, 1pm Dubai time), with an exemption for those who spent over 21 days outside the countries; cargo and transit flights continue. Funding Boost: The U.S. State Department added nearly $38m to Ebola efforts, bringing direct support to over $200m, while CDC warns the outbreak in DR Congo could reach 20,000 cases without strong public health action. Regional Pressure on Borders: Uganda tightened its Congo border controls, disrupting traders and causing major losses as trucks were held up over Ebola fears. Health System Reality Check: South Sudan’s AI ambitions are being urged to start with education and healthcare gaps—millions of children out of school and very high maternal mortality remain major barriers. Local Wellness & Environment: Yei marked World Environment Day with clean-up and tree-planting calls, linking healthier environments to better public health. Preparedness Messaging: Authorities in South Sudan say there are currently no Ebola cases, but surveillance at border areas and points of entry has been intensified.

Ebola Response Funding: The US announced an extra US$38 million for Ebola efforts in DR Congo and Uganda, bringing direct support to over US$200 million as CDC warns the outbreak could reach 20,000 cases without strong public health action. Travel & Entry Curbs: The UAE tightened entry rules, suspending new visas and barring arrivals from DR Congo, Uganda and South Sudan (with transit restrictions) as a precaution, while Mauritius also imposed a temporary entry ban and quarantine for travellers linked to the affected countries. Preparedness Updates: Kenya says it has screened over 80,000 travellers and reports no confirmed Ebola cases, with intensified surveillance and testing. Imported-Case Checks: India reported suspected Ebola cases in Rajasthan (a Ugandan visitor isolated; lab confirmation pending) and earlier in Hyderabad (Sudanese travellers tested negative). South Sudan Context: UNHCR warns disease risks are rising as fighting drives large-scale displacement in Jonglei, with heavy rains expected to worsen health conditions.

Ebola Preparedness in Focus: South Sudan’s health security is in the spotlight as the wider Ebola situation in DRC and Uganda drives new precautions across the region and beyond. Regional Health Coordination: East African Community health ministers agreed to harmonise Ebola surveillance and protective measures at airports, ports and land borders, and set up a regional technical taskforce to coordinate the response. Local Response Support: Adut Kiir donated 10 vehicles to boost South Sudan’s Ebola readiness, aiming to improve movement of supplies and rapid response teams, while partners stress the need for stronger border surveillance. Ebola Screening Updates: Kenya reported 56 Ebola-related samples tested negative and says it has intensified screening at points of entry. Cross-Border Risk Signals: In India, a suspected Ebola case in Jaipur (woman from Uganda) was isolated and samples sent for lab testing; in Hyderabad, two Sudanese nationals were placed in isolation after fever and travel history, with tests pending or negative so far. Health Under Pressure: UNHCR warns that conflict in Jonglei’s Akobo is driving mass displacement, with heavy rains expected to raise disease risks and make relief harder. Human Health Beyond Disease: In Bazia refugee settlement, aid rations marked “Not for sale” are being sold to cover anti-malaria medicine and school fees, showing how hunger and health needs collide.

Ebola Update (DRC–Uganda–South Sudan): Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo rose to 363 with 62 deaths, while Uganda reported four recoveries, as WHO officials discussed progress and ongoing barriers like violence against health workers and community mistrust. Regional Response: East African Community health ministers agreed to harmonise Ebola surveillance and protective measures across airports, ports and land borders, and set up a regional technical taskforce; mobile labs are being deployed to speed testing. South Sudan Preparedness: Adut Kiir donated 10 vehicles to boost Ebola readiness, and officials flagged the need for stronger border surveillance and early detection. Health Alerts at Travel Hubs: A suspected Ebola case was reported at Hyderabad airport after a feverish Sudanese traveller arrived from Uganda and South Sudan and was isolated for testing. Malaria Prevention (Local): Yei River County trained mosquito net distributors ahead of a countywide campaign targeting more than 202,750 insecticide-treated nets. Hunger & Conflict (Jonglei): WFP scaled up support in Akobo as conflict-driven displacement pushes families toward catastrophic hunger.

Ebola Regional Alarm: DR Congo’s confirmed Ebola cases rose to 363 with 62 deaths, while Uganda reported four recoveries, as WHO and regional officials discussed progress and remaining gaps. EAC Health Coordination: East African Community ministers agreed to harmonise Ebola surveillance and protective measures across airports, ports and land borders, and set up a regional technical taskforce to coordinate the response. South Sudan Border Preparedness: South Sudan is set to receive enhanced disease surveillance and border screening support under a U.S.-backed Ebola response package worth over $162 million, with IOM strengthening points of entry to detect cases early. World Cup Health Disruptions: A DR Congo vs Chile warm-up match in Spain was cancelled over Ebola fears, and U.S. and Canada tightened entry rules for people linked to DR Congo, Uganda and South Sudan ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Local Health Alert: In India, a Sudanese traveller arriving in Hyderabad was shifted to an isolation centre after fever was detected during screening, with tests underway. Hunger and Health Pressure: WFP is scaling up aid in Jonglei’s Akobo as conflict and displacement drive catastrophic hunger and malnutrition risks.

Ebola Response for South Sudan: The U.S. says it has backed a regional Ebola preparedness push worth over $162 million, with IOM setting up health screening and surveillance at key South Sudan border points and other entry sites across the region, plus humanitarian support through OCHA pooled funds. Travel Rules and Public Health: WHO is urging countries to lift Ebola travel restrictions, while the U.S. and Canada keep tightening entry measures tied to the outbreak; the U.S. also rolled out a voluntary program for Americans exposed in DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan, including possible 21-day quarantine in Kenya. Local Health System Support: MTN South Sudan will fund repairs to the CT scanner at Juba Teaching Hospital, after it was out of service for months—aiming to cut reliance on costly private care. Health Workforce Pressure: Nurses and midwives in Lakes State marked International Day with calls for better working conditions, including delayed salaries and inadequate supplies. Ebola Misinformation Warning: Humanitarians are warning that propaganda and false information are undermining trust and response efforts during outbreaks.

Ebola Response in South Sudan: A senior presidential envoy, Adut Salva Kiir, visited Juba’s National Public Health Institute and Infectious Disease Unit with the Health Ministry and WHO to review preparedness and response capacity, urging stronger community sensitization and accurate prevention information at grassroots level. Regional Ebola Updates: Uganda reported six new Ebola cases, bringing confirmed infections to 15, while eastern DR Congo continues to report hundreds of confirmed cases and many suspected ones as health teams race to detect and trace contacts. Travel and Border Measures: WHO urged countries to ease recent travel restrictions tied to Ebola, warning that curbs can undermine outbreak control; meanwhile, the US paused visa services for South Sudan, DR Congo and Uganda, and Canada introduced 21-day isolation rules and broader entry document suspensions for residents from affected areas. Health System Support: MTN South Sudan launched its Yellow Care campaign with Juba Teaching Hospital, including solar power for the neonatal ward, CT scan repairs, and SMS/voice health messaging for mothers. Workforce Conditions: Lakes State nurses and midwives marked International Day with calls for better working conditions, citing delayed salaries, limited supplies, and weak facility resources.