Gen Muhoozi has announced on his official X (formerly Twitter) account that all people entering the country must have their temperatures taken immediately. He stressed that this rule must start without delay as part of efforts to respond to concerns about Ebola.
In his message, he called for quick action at all entry points, including airports, land borders, and other places where people enter the country. The main aim of this directive is to help identify possible signs of illness early and reduce the risk of spreading the virus. Temperature screening is seen as one of the fastest ways to detect potential infections among travelers.
This announcement comes at a time when Ebola remains a serious public health concern in the region. The disease is known for spreading through direct contact with infected individuals or contaminated materials, making early detection and prevention very important. Because of this, authorities often respond with strict measures whenever there is a possible risk of an outbreak.
If fully implemented, the order will require border officials and health workers to carefully check every traveler entering the country. This may lead to longer processing times at entry points, but it is expected to improve safety and help protect the public from possible infection.
The message from Gen Muhoozi highlights the importance of taking quick and decisive action during health emergencies. It also reflects ongoing efforts by authorities to strengthen border health security and ensure that any potential threat is managed before it spreads further into the country.
