Uganda’s cumulative number of confirmed Ebola cases has risen to 19 following the confirmation of three new infections, according to the latest update from the Ministry of Health.
The ministry’s situation report issued on Friday, June 5, 2026, indicates that of the 19 confirmed cases, 14 are imported while five are Ugandan nationals.
Currently, 13 patients are admitted to Ebola treatment facilities across the country, while four individuals have recovered and been discharged after receiving treatment.
The ministry has also reported two Ebola-related deaths, both involving imported cases.
Health authorities say surveillance, contact tracing and case management efforts remain ongoing as teams work to contain the outbreak and prevent further transmission.
In its latest update, the Ministry of Health emphasized that the situation remains under control and urged the public to remain calm while adhering to public health guidelines.
“The Ministry of Health is in control. No need for panic. Uganda is safe,” the ministry stated.
The latest figures reflect a continued increase in confirmed infections since the outbreak was declared, highlighting the importance of early detection, testing and reporting of suspected cases.
Health experts note that while the majority of confirmed infections have been imported, the detection of cases among Ugandan nationals underscores the need for heightened vigilance within communities.
The Ministry of Health has urged members of the public to promptly report individuals exhibiting Ebola symptoms, including fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, unexplained bleeding and severe weakness, to the nearest health facility.
The new figures represent an increase from earlier reports this week that indicated 15 confirmed cases, four recoveries and one death, suggesting that health teams are continuing to identify and isolate additional infections through ongoing surveillance and contact tracing efforts.
Uganda has extensive experience managing Ebola outbreaks and has, over the years, developed robust surveillance and response systems involving rapid response teams, isolation units, laboratory testing capacity and community-based disease monitoring.
The country has previously contained several Ebola outbreaks through early detection, aggressive contact tracing, public awareness campaigns and targeted public health interventions.
As the response continues, authorities are encouraging the public to observe preventive measures, avoid contact with suspected cases and seek medical attention immediately if symptoms develop.
The Ministry of Health has provided a toll-free line, 0800-100-066, for reporting suspected cases and obtaining information related to the outbreak.
Health officials maintain that cooperation between communities, healthcare workers and government agencies remains critical in preventing further spread of the disease and bringing the outbreak under control.