Uganda

Uganda, officially the Republic of Uganda, is a landlocked sovereign nation in East Africa, often referred to as the “Pearl of Africa.” As of May 2026, the country is led by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who was inaugurated for a new term in May 2026 following his victory in the January elections with 71.65% of the vote. Under the long-standing leadership of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), the nation continues to navigate a complex balance between internal political consolidation and regional leadership within the East African Community (EAC).

What Is Ebola and How Does It Spread?

What Is Ebola and How Does It Spread? | Swahili Today

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa an international health emergency after more than 80 people died in the Democratic Republic of Congo and cases spread into neighboring Uganda.

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