The Ministry of Health has suspended specific non-structured activities considered high-risk for Ebola transmission such as music concerts, entertainment shows, cultural festivals, political rallies, marathons, walkathons, and public recreational events.
The suspension also covers certain border-related social and commercial activities likely to attract uncontrolled crowds in Kampala Metropolitan Area and several high-risk districts as Uganda intensifies efforts to contain the ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak.
The measures were announced in a statement on Wendesday by the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Diana Atwine, who said the directives are aimed at minimizing opportunities for Ebola transmission linked to large crowds, uncontrolled movement, and close physical interaction.
