The United States government has stepped up its support in Uganda’s battle against Ebola by donating advanced treatment drugs. This initiative is aimed at enhancing Uganda’s ability to swiftly detect, manage, and contain the spread of the Sudan Ebola Virus (SUDV).
As part of the latest support, the U.S. has donated 100 vials of monoclonal antibodies, lab-engineered proteins designed to boost the body’s immune response against the Ebola virus.
These drugs will be kept at the National Medical Stores and used if any new cases are confirmed. According to officials, the medication can remain effective for years if stored under the right conditions.
While handing over the donation to Uganda’s State Minister for Health (General Duties), Hon. Anifa Kawooya Bangirana, on April 15, 2025, U.S. Ambassador William Popp said that the U.S. remains committed to supporting Uganda in fighting dangerous diseases.
“We are proud to stand with Uganda during this critical time. This donation is not just about medicine; it is about friendship, trust, and shared responsibility,” Ambassador Popp said.
“When we help Uganda control outbreaks, we are strengthening global health security,” he added.
While receiving the drugs, Hon. Kawooya thanked the U.S. Ambassador for standing with Uganda during critical times.
“These drugs are a critical part of outbreak readiness, and we will be ready to respond immediately if new cases emerge,” Hon. Kawooya stated.
This donation builds on earlier U.S. assistance during Uganda’s 2022 Ebola outbreak in Mubende, where similar antibody treatments were successfully used to treat patients under emergency approval.
So far in 2025, the U.S. has contributed more than $6 million to Uganda’s Ebola response, supporting response efforts such as finding and testing suspected cases, tracing contacts, setting up screenings at borders, spreading awareness in communities, and improving infection control at health centers.
The strengthened collaboration underscores a shared commitment to protect lives and reinforce health systems not only in Uganda but around the world.
