Status:
Active and High Alert
Health advisory:
COVID-19 20-000001
Date Issued:
2020-03-22
Issued to:
Ugandans, and our PUHMED Members across the country

Key messages

  • Confirmed Cases: 5
  • Locations: Kampala and Entebbe
  • Measures: Mandatory quarantine for travelers from affected regions; closure of non-essential businesses; and social distancing guidelines.
  • Avoid non-essential travel.
  • Follow hygiene practices such as frequent handwashing and use of hand sanitizers.
  • Stay informed through official government channels and health organizations.

Uganda has reported its first confirmed cases of COVID-19. The initial cases involve travelers who recently returned from high-risk countries. The government has implemented immediate measures to control the spread, including travel restrictions and enhanced screening procedures at airports.