The Ministry of Health has confirmed three new cases of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in the country, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to five.
According to the Director General Health Services, Dr. Charles Olaro, the new cases include two Ugandans and a Congolese national.
“A Ugandan driver who transported the country’s first confirmed case and is currently receiving treatment, and a Ugandan health worker who was exposed to the virus while taking care of the country’s first confirmed case, she is also currently receiving treatment” he said.
Dr Olaro revealed that the two cases were identified from known contacts under follow up.
He further noted that the third case, is of a Congolese woman who entered Uganda from the DRC presenting with mild abdominal symptoms.
“Upon arrival, she travelled from Arua to Entebbe via a chartered flight and sought medical care on 10th May 2026 at a private hospital in Kampala. She was initially treated and discharged in good D
Dr. Olaro, said however, the Ministry of Health received a tip-off from the pilot who had airlifted her, prompting further follow-up by surveillance teams.
“A sample was retrieved and tested for Ebola Virus Disease, with results later returning positive” he said.
Dr Olaro noted that all contacts linked to the confirmed cases have since been identified and are being closely monitored and followed up by response teams.
“The Ministry of Health urges all members of the public to remain calm, vigilant, and continue observing all recommended preventive measures. Report any suspected Ebola symptoms immediately to the nearest health facility, early treatment greatly improves chances of survival” he said.
Dr Olaro said the Ministry continues to strengthen surveillance, case management, contact tracing, and public awareness efforts to contain the outbreak and protect the health and safety of all Ugandans.
