Uganda Lifts Some COVID-19 Restrictions
Voice of America
KAMPALA, UGANDA - Uganda has lifted some COVID-19 restrictions after 42 days, while others stay in place. The lockdown of schools remains until, the government says, some essential workers including health workers, security personnel, teachers, and those over 45 years old, are vaccinated.
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni Friday night announced the partial lifting of the COVID-19 lockdown after 42 days. Museveni says the decision was made by the National Task Force after considering a decrease in cases, positivity rates and hospital admissions. Among other factors, the task force also considered the degree of adherence to safety, procedures by the population and the effects of a continuous lockdown on the economy and on residents. However, there are still restrictions even with this partial lifting of the lockdown.FILE- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sandalwood paste and vermilion applied on his forehead during the inauguration of Kashi Vishwanath Dham Corridor in Varanasi, India, Dec. 13, 2021. FILE - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation on the country's Independence Day in New Delhi, India, Aug. 15, 2014. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets during the unveiling of his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata party’s election manifesto in New Delhi, India, April 14, 2024.
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