Ugandan Traders Strive to Stay Afloat Amid New COVID Lockdown

KAMPALA - Uganda's reinstatement of a coronavirus lockdown through the end of July is squeezing the ability of many people to earn a living. Street market traders are forced to bicycle, walk long distances or just sleep in the market. 

With coronavirus infections soaring and hospitals overwhelmed, Uganda has reimposed a lockdown on transportation through the end of July.     Buses have been shut down, driving requires a permit, and only essential workers are allowed into Kampala.