Ronald Ssentongo, a prominent Masaka businessman succumbed to Covid-19 at the age of 75 at Platinum Hospital in Kampala. Ronald’s family rushed him to the hospital on Wednesday last week after his condition became unbearable. A close family friend to the late businessman, Mr. John Kataza said they first took Ronald to Masaka Regional Referral Hospital. He lasted only three ...
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The ability of many Ugandans to earn a living has been squeezed by the reinstatement of the new coronavirus lockdown. Traders who work in the markets and on the streets have been forced to either ride bicycles, walk long distances, or even sleep in the markets. Due to the soaring number of coronavirus cases and the overwhelmed hospitals, the president ...
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The government of Uganda has warned citizens of a possible 2nd Covid wave due to complacency. This comes as Uganda’s immediate neighbour, Kenya, faces a deadly third wave of the virus. During her last week’s address, Dr Jane Ruth Aceng said people should not abandon the scientifically proven prevention measures. Some of these measures include wearing masks correctly while in ...
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Today, Uganda has registered the highest number COVID-19 cases at 318 in a single day. The breakdown of the cases is as follows; Amuru Prisons: 154 (153 inmates, 1 prison staff) • Contacts and Alerts (136) : Kampala -65, Kiryandongo-14, Gulu-9, Mbarara-9, Kitgum-8, Arua-8, Wakiso-7, Mbale-4, Buikwe-4, Masaka-2, Bugiri-1, Jinja-1, Luweero-1 Manafwa 1, Masindi 1, Mityana 1 • Health workers ...
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The Ministry of Health confirms one death today bringing the total number of COVID-19 deaths to 5 in the Uganda. The deceased is a 41 year old of Indian origin and a resident of Kibuli in Kampala. On 1st August 2020, she presented at Kibuli Muslim Hospital with signs and symptoms consistent of coronavirus which include mild fever, cough and ...
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