Uganda says it is not aware of Ebola clinics promised by US
Uganda's Health Ministry has stated that it is unaware of US plans to fund Ebola treatment clinics in the country. The US had announced funding for clinics in Congo and Uganda, but there has been confusion regarding the details and communication. As the outbreak continues to spread, Uganda insists it is prepared to handle the situation and remains safe for tourism and business.
- ▪Uganda's Health Ministry reported no communication from the US regarding Ebola treatment clinics.
- ▪The US announced funding for up to 50 clinics in Congo and Uganda to combat the Ebola outbreak.
- ▪The outbreak has resulted in over 130 deaths and nearly 600 infections, prompting international health responses.
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Uganda says it is not aware of Ebola clinics promised by USSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe US had said that it was funding up to 50 clinics and covering “associated front-line costs” in Congo and Uganda.PHOTO: EPAMatthew Mpoke Bigg and Lynsey ChutelPublished May 21, 2026, 10:48 PMUpdated May 21, 2026, 10:48 PMJUBA, South Sudan – Authorities in Uganda said May 21 that they were not aware of US plans to fund treatment clinics to fight an Ebola outbreak in the region, in a sign of confusion over the global coordination of efforts to stop the virus from spreading.The State Department said on May 19 that it was funding up to 50 clinics and covering “associated front-line costs” in Congo and Uganda, through the United Nations office that coordinates humanitarian…
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