KAMPALA, UGANDA — Uganda has reported a surge in Ebola cases, with six new infections confirmed, bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases to nine. Tragically, one death has been recorded.
According to the Ministry of Health, seven patients are currently undergoing treatment at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala, while one patient is receiving care at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital in eastern Uganda.
This information was released in a statement by Dr. Charles Olaro, the Director-General of Health Services.
“In response to the outbreak, the Ministry of Health has placed 265 contacts under quarantine and implemented strict follow-up measures,” Olaro said.
Uganda declared an Ebola outbreak on Jan. 30 after a 32-year-old nurse died of the disease.
“To contain the spread of the virus, the ministry has intensified surveillance efforts, enhanced public health risk communication, and strengthened community engagement,” Olaro added.
The Ministry of Health has urged the public to remain calm as it ramps up preventive measures and reaffirms its commitment to protecting the population from Ebola.
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“The Ministry of Health reassures the public that the situation is under control and that the country remains safe, with no travel restrictions in place,” Olaro said.
“We urge the public to remain vigilant and report anyone exhibiting Ebola symptoms to the nearest health facility or contact the Ministry of Health,” he added.
Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals that Uganda’s previous Ebola outbreak, which commenced in September 2022 and concluded in January 2023, resulted in a significant impact: 164 confirmed cases and 77 fatalities.
