Uganda’s First Lady and Education Minister, Janet Museveni, has expressed her heartfelt thanks to those who supported her during her battle against COVID-19. After testing positive during the Christmas holiday, her subsequent results returned negative on January 1.
In a message dated Monday, the First Lady conveyed her appreciation and relief after receiving the “negative” COVID results, describing the past seven days as filled with worry and uncertainty. Despite experiencing minimal symptoms, she expressed concern about the unknown future.
She sent her “love and best wishes” to the President, her family, and all Ugandans for the new year, 2024. The message aimed to convey her gratitude for the overwhelming support and love she received during her illness.
The First Lady acknowledged the outpouring of prayers and well-wishes, emphasizing that the support showed her the depth of care and love from the Ugandan people. She particularly mentioned the artwork sent by children from Masulita UWESO Village, expressing gratitude for the genuine humanity and warmth shared by the people of Uganda.
President Yoweri Museveni announced on social media that “Maama Janet has defeated coronavirus.” He praised her bravery and thanked everyone for their prayers. President Museveni also highlighted the importance of being cautious about touching surfaces, emphasizing that the virus can spread through contact with infected hands.
Health Minister Jane Aceng responded to the President’s concern, confirming that COVID-19 is still a threat. She explained that the virus can survive on surfaces such as tables and door handles for over three days, emphasizing the significance of transmission through touching infected surfaces and subsequent contact with sensitive body parts.
The minister concluded by reiterating the importance of continued vigilance and adherence to preventive measures, emphasizing that COVID-19 remains present despite the World Health Organization’s declaration of the end of the emergency.
