To-date the 7th of May 2020, Uganda has 101 confirmed COVID-19 cases. Out of these, 41 truck drivers tested positive for COVID-19. Of these, 37 are foreign truck drivers while 4 are Ugandan truck drivers. 23 truck drivers have returned to their respective countries. There are 23 active cases of COVID-19. Of these, 2 cases (truck drivers) of Kenyan and Ugandan nationalities were tested and confirmed for COVID-19 in South Sudan. However, they are not accounted for among Uganda's confirmed cases as they were tested and confirmed in South Sudan.
The total number of COVID-19 recoveries in Uganda is 55. Uganda has NOT registered any COVID-19 related death, to date.
Remember to wash your hands regularly and thoroughly with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Also, continue to follow WHO guidelines on social distancing, keep at least 4 meters from the individual nearest to you.
We will keep you informed of any updates in the national and WHO guidelines as and when they arise.