Tag: Uganda

Museveni hints at postponing General Election over virus fears

Public gatherings including political rallies have already been banned as part of social distancing measures to halt the spread of the virus.

How rising Lake Victoria water levels led to Uganda power blackout

East Africa is experiencing heavier than usual rains, which are forecast to continue this month with region hit by floods.

10 Kenyan nationals released by Ugandan authorities after forced quarantine

The Kenyan nationals were arrested in Samia, Marachi and Amikwi areas after crossing into Uganda illegally.

Covid-19: East Africa cases swell to 651 with 22 deaths

Kenya is leading in East Africa with the highest number of confirmed coronavirus cases with 270 while Tanzania is second with 170.

Museveni bans outdoors exercises over coronavirus

Order comes after videos and photos of people jogging and doing aerobics in groups in the capital, Kampala, were shared on social media.

Uganda begins two-week lockdown to stem coronavirus spread

Uganda has 33 confirmed cases of coronavirus but officials say numbers will rise.

Kenya-Uganda border shut as Museveni plans to stop coronavirus

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni announced tough measures, including the closure of Entebbe International Airport to all commercial flights.