Barely a few months after President Museveni started to open up some section of our economy, Adams Resources Uganda limited has shocked the nation after they assembled the first fully automated disinfectant machine called DLK to help Ugandans get back to normal with the deadly Covid 19 pandemic. At its launch last week Friday,Adams Resources,the company behind the innovation is also committed to promote Ugandan made products both locally and abroad, As Ugandans especially those in the entertainment industry, church and schools, Banks, Hotels, Markets, Hospitals, Airports, Private companies, Malls and Homes DLK machine is the only sure way to…
Author: Entebbe News
The World Health Organisation has warned that the coronavirus pandemic could overwhelm already strained public health systems in Africa. Despite considerable investments in the past five months, Africa’s healthcare infrastructure remains gravely inadequate. The average doctor to patient ratio of 1:5,000 is still far short of the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommended proportion of 1:1,000. Ironically it is South Africa, with one of the relatively better healthcare infrastructures on the continent, that has recorded the highest infections and death toll. Countries with high infections relative to the size of their populations include South Africa, Djibouti, Gabon, Cape Verde and Sao…
Toyota Uganda has temporarily sealed off its Kampala branch with effect from yesterday after three of their staff tested positive for Covid-19. Mr Mahmood Omar, the company’s managing director in a press statement, said last week some of the staff at the branch reported feeling unwell with mild flu like symptoms and the company requested that they be tested. Results from the Health ministry confirmed that they had tested positive and have been referred to Mulago hospital for further treatment. “In the meantime, our Kampala branch at First Street, Industrial Area, will be temporarily closed effective today as additional steps,…
Money is the number one source of stress in 10 out of 3 people according to the Financial Psychology Institute. Research further shows that financial issues and mental health are often inter-linked. According to the World Health Organization, mental health is defined as a state of wellbeing in which every individual realizes his or her potential, can cope with normal stresses of life, work productively and make a contribution to the community. Contributing to the discussion during a webinar session organized by dfcu Bank for its Investment customers, Jennifer Male, a Health Care Manager at Minet Group said that; oftentimes,…
The president of the National Unity Platform, Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine has condemned police and the military for blocking him from appearing on Bugisu Cooperative Union radio in Mbale town on Saturday. His comments come shortly after Police in Mbale district fired tear gas to disperse his supporters who had gathered at the station to welcome him. The supporters later engaged in running battles with police and number of them were arrested and detained at Mbale Police Station. But Kyagulanyi said such act of brutalising the people of Uganda will not be tolerated anymore. ‘They had mounted road blocks…
13 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Uganda bringing The cumulative total confirmed cases of Ugandans to 1,267 1 truck driver arrived via Ngomoromo 3 contacts to previously confirmed cases – 1 from Kampala – 1 from Nakaseke – 1 from Ngora 6 alerts: – 2 from Kampala – 1 from Kisoro – 1 from Sheema – 2 from Wakiso 3 Returnees: – 2 from South Sudan – 1 from DRC 19 foreign truck drivers tested positive for COVID-19 at the border points and their entry into the country was not permitted Cumulative recoveries: 1,115 Small blue diamondSamples from Points of…
On August 30, House of Deejays in partnership with Tusker Malt will be taking Afro-beat lovers and party-starved Ugandans on an exciting virtual experience with Joe Boy for the second Blankets at Home edition. The ‘Vibrations’ singer will be showcasing his Nigerian vibrations and love for his Ugandan fans online in an epic edition. Fans will get to interact closely and party with the star as the headlining international act for the show in the comfort of their living rooms, balcony, gardens or backyard. This edition is simply Blankets and Wine at Home! Music lovers will get…
The United States of America has issued a warning to its Citizens living in Kampala in a letter stating that a new Covid 19 Wave is upon Uganda. The Letter Reads as Follows Dear fellow Americans: I hope that each of you is well and staying safe. During this challenging time, I want to ensure you have the information that you need to stay up-to-date and make informed decisions. Uganda has handled COVID-19 very well to date, but we are now entering a new phase of the outbreak. As many of you are aware, the Government of Uganda’s initial target…
Standard Chartered Bank in partnership with Brien Holden Vision Institute (BHVI) has made a donation of Personal Protective Equipment worth Ugx 74 million to Mubende Regional Referral Hospital to support the community in the fight against COVID 19. The PPEs donated include; Disposable coveralls, Eye googles, heavy duty and surgical gloves, Aprons, Infra-red thermometers, N95 masks, Sanitizer, Liquid soap, Hand wash gel, JIK sodium hypoclorite, Examination gloves, Waste bins, Nasopharygeal swabs among other supplies. While handing over the donation, Cynthia Mpanga, the Corporate Affairs Manager, Standard Chartered Bank Uganda said: “Standard Chartered Bank Uganda is very pleased to extend this donation to…
A whistleblower has petitioned the Inspector General of Government asking the ombudsman to investigate whether the Shs 146 billion that was advanced to Kiira Motors Corporation by government was put to its intended use. The petitioner, in a document dated August 4, claims that the money was misused and now wants a wide-ranging investigation into the matter. Kiira Motors Corporation is a state owned enterprise established to manufacture electric powered automobiles. Government owns 96% shareholding and Makerere University owns the remaining 4%. The company has manufactured three vehicles so far; Kiira EV, Kayoola Solar Bus and Kiira EVS. The whistleblower…