Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Three truck drivers who tested positive to COVID-19 have been discharged from Gulu Regional Referral Hospital. The drivers have been receiving treatment at the isolation ward after they tested positive for COVID-19 virus last month at Elegu Border Point. This brings the number of discharged …
Read More »Gov’t discussing llans to airlift Ugandans to central location
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The minister of foreign affairs, Sam Kuteesa says Government is discussing with Airlines to transport Ugandans to a central location from the over 66 countries worldwide before final evacuation. Following the closure of the Airport and boarders, several Ugandans who had traveled out of the …
Read More »Bus companies revise transport fares as public transport returns
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bus companies have revised transport fares ahead of their anticipated return on the road, two months after President Yoweri Museveni suspended public transport to contain the spread of COVID-19. The buses are set to resume operations tomorrow June 4 on condition that each vehicle carries …
Read More »Religious leaders converge at Namugongo for martyrs day celebration
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Religious leaders have converged at Namugongo Martyrs Shrine to celebrate the annual Martyrs Day, a special day set aside to remember young Christian converts who were burnt to death for their allegiance to Christianity. Only 60 people were invited to attend the celebration at both …
Read More »New study explains how far distancing, masks can protect against COVID -19
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Scientists have established that face masks and social distancing significantly reduce the risk of COVID-19 infections. This was established in their latest analysis of how SARS COV 2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease COVID-19 spreads. The review published in The Lancet medical journal and …
Read More »In DR Congo, denial becomes major obstacle for virus campaign
Kinshasa, DR Congo | AFP | “Corona is a reality. Protect yourself and protect others,” Mamie Batata, a worker with the Catholic charity Caritas, warns through a megaphone as she proceeds through Kimbanseke, a rundown part of Kinshasa. The reactions are blunt. “Get out of here.” “Leave us in peace.” “The …
Read More »Grow personal wealth post covid-19
Can this model be the path to follow to grow your business and personal finances after the lockdown? COMMENT | JEANPO OLOWO | Crisis brings clarity. In times of fear and uncertainty, extended lock down, stay home directives, non essential business closures, curfews, social distancing for your own safety and …
Read More »House amends rules to provide for virtual parliament
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has amended its rules of procedure to allow for virtual proceedings in both committee and plenary sessions. This will allow Parliamentary business to run through a designated digital platform that enables MPs and staff to attend the meetings remotely. The amendment followed a directive from …
Read More »CDC health investments have supported Uganda’s COVID-19 response
Wasike – CDC expertise and superior labs have turned out to be crucial in Uganda’s much praised battle against COVID-19 Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Strong partnerships and The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investments years ago in Uganda’s public health system have been critical to Uganda’s early …
Read More »Ugandan Embassy in Qatar plans flight for stranded nationals this month
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ugandan Embassy in Qatar is working on a process to ensure that Ugandans to who are stuck in the country return home. The Embassy says that it is making arrangements for a flight this month. This is according to a memo issued by …
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