Uganda: Cholera Hits Eight Districts

Cholera has broken out in eight districts, the health ministry said. Kampala, Kasese, Hoima, Arua, Nebbi, Kabarole, Masindi, and Bundibugyo have continued to report significant numbers of cholera cases since the beginning of this year, the ministry said. "As the rains increase, there is a likelihood of an upsurge of diarrhoeal diseases such as cholera in several parts of the country. Already some districts such as Kampala in Namuwongo parish are experiencing an increase of these diseases. So far seven people are sick while two have been reported dead," said a statement.