Uganda: IRC Seeks Funding for Ebola Response
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has called for more funding to support the Ebola response efforts in Uganda. IRC, in a statement, said it is concerned over the Ebola situation in the East African country, urging more funds to be made available for strengthening the country’s health system, improving contact tracing, activating community support, and […]
Uganda: WHO Raises Ebola Concerns, Makes Call
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned of the further spread of Ebola virus to neighbouring countries after the virus spread to Kampala, Uganda. The WHO urged neighbouring countries to boost their preparedness against the deadly virus. Uganda’s neighbouring countries include Kenya, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda and Tanzania. WHO said since […]
Uganda: IRC Makes Protection Call as Ebola Cases Rise
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has called for the protection of women and girls in the response to the recent Ebola outbreak in Uganda. The international aid organisation, in a statement, said women and girls, being the primary caregivers to the sick and the elderly, are easily exposed to the disease. Ugandan health authorities, on […]