President Yoweri Museveni says Uganda has gone five consecutive days without registering new Ebola infections, marking what he described as a positive shift in the country’s containment efforts.
Speaking on the situation, Museveni said the trend reflects the effectiveness of the government’s public health response, while warning that the country is not yet out of danger.
“Fellow Ugandans, health is more important than wealth. I am encouraged that in the last five days, we have not registered any new Ebola infections and are instead recording recoveries,” he said.
He added that the improvement is evidence that existing measures are working, but stressed the need for continued discipline among citizens.
“This shows that the measures we have put in place are working. However, we must remain vigilant,” he noted.
The president reiterated that simple preventive practices remain key in breaking transmission chains, especially in high-risk communities and public spaces.
“Avoid handshakes, maintain good hygiene, and follow the guidance of our health authorities,” Museveni said.
Uganda has previously battled Ebola outbreaks and managed to contain them through coordinated response systems involving surveillance, isolation, and public awareness campaigns.
Museveni drew on that history of response success, expressing confidence that the current outbreak will also be defeated if citizens remain cooperative.
“We defeated Ebola before, and with discipline and cooperation, we shall defeat it again,” he said.
Health authorities continue to monitor contacts, strengthen screening at entry points, and expand community outreach in affected regions.
Officials have also intensified awareness campaigns in markets, schools, and transport hubs to reinforce early reporting of symptoms.
While the absence of new cases has been welcomed as a positive sign, health experts caution that Ebola remains highly contagious, and any relaxation of preventive measures could trigger a resurgence.
The Ministry of Health says it is working closely with local leaders and international partners to ensure sustained surveillance and rapid response capabilities as the country moves toward full containment.