Uganda and the African Union (AU) have signed a Host Country Agreement to base the continental humanitarian agency in Uganda.

The deal sets the stage for Kampala to become a coordination hub for emergency aid across Africa.

President Yoweri Museveni witnessed the signing at State House, Entebbe yesterday.

The agreement provides the legal and institutional framework for establishing and running the agency, which is meant to strengthen Africa’s ability to coordinate relief during emergencies.

Attorney General Sam Mayanja said Uganda won the hosting rights after scoring 85% in the AU’s selection process.

–ChannelAfrica–