Health Ministry refutes claims of COVID-19 resurgence in Uganda
The Ministry reassured Ugandans that the national COVID-19 situation remains stable and under control, with no resurgence since the major outbreak ended three years ago
KAMPALA, June 11, 2025 – – The Ministry of Health has dismissed recent social media reports suggesting a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Uganda, labeling them as misleading and based on outdated information.
According to a press release issued by the Ministry today in Kampala, the circulating messages are old clips being re-shared by individuals aiming to misinform the public.
The Ministry reassured Ugandans that the national COVID-19 situation remains stable and under control, with no resurgence since the major outbreak ended three years ago.
It emphasized that Uganda’s robust surveillance and response system continues to actively monitor public health threats, including new COVID-19 strains reported globally.
Dr. Charles Olaro, Director General of Health Services, urged the public to remain vigilant and adhere to good hygiene practices, such as regular handwashing with soap or using alcohol-based sanitisers. He also encouraged individuals experiencing flu-like symptoms to seek treatment at the nearest health facility.
‘‘The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of Ugandans and advised the public to rely on credible updates from official sources,’’ he said.
The COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda was part of the worldwide pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 [COVID-19] caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 [SARS-CoV-2]. The virus was confirmed to have reached Uganda in March 2020.
The COVID-19 outbreak in Uganda provoked stringent lockdown measures to limit the spread of the virus. The government suspended public gatherings in March 2020 and declared a nationwide lockdown soon after in early April.
The measures were relatively effective in containing the spread of the virus but, combined with the sudden fall in exports and tourism, also hampered people’s labour market prospects. As a result, many households experienced sizable income losses.
The government enacted a stimulus package involving an array of tax deferrals and food relief to vulnerable households, but it did not implement extensive social protection measures to confront the socioeconomic crisis. While the damage to the economy faded in the second half of 2020, owing especially to the easing of lockdown measures and travel restrictions, many households still suffered substantial economic losses.
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