A TikTok video claims that 19 new COVID-19 cases have been reported in Wakiso district in 2025, sparking concern online. The video features alarming visuals and implies a serious outbreak.
The claim circulating online is false. The Dismiss Fake News desk has verified that the video in question is not from 2025. A closer examination shows that it features content and language typical of the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. It lacks references to current official sources and contains no verifiable timestamps.
The Ministry of Health has also dismissed the video as outdated and misleading, confirming that there is no current COVID-19 outbreak in Wakiso or anywhere else in Uganda.
In a public statement, the ministry urged the public to disregard the TikTok video circulating about a supposed COVID-19 outbreak in Wakiso. They clarified that the clip is outdated, taken out of context, and does not reflect the current public health situation.
The video fails to cite any recent data or credible sources and appears to recycle content from earlier phases of the pandemic.
As of June 2025, there have been no official reports or alerts from the Ministry of Health, the World Health Organization (WHO), or Wakiso district health authorities indicating a rise in COVID-19 cases. National surveillance data confirms that transmission remains low across the country.
Misinformation like this causes unnecessary panic and undermines public trust. Always verify health claims before sharing.
Verdict: The claim of 19 new COVID-19 cases in Wakiso is false. The video is outdated, and there is no current outbreak.