First Lady, Janet Museveni, has tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing mild symptoms following a family Christmas lunch. President Yoweri Museveni confirmed the news on his X platform (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, sharing details of their experience and steps taken to manage the situation.<\/p>\n
According to President Museveni, Janet began feeling unwell on Christmas Day with a “sandy feeling” in her throat.<\/p>\n
“The tests came back negative by afternoon. We, therefore, decided for Maama to self- isolate in one of the houses at Rwakyitura while I continue with the programmes that we had arranged but not ones where Maama was involved,” Museveni’s post reads in part.<\/p>\n
Although a rapid COVID test initially came back negative, a PCR test conducted later confirmed the diagnosis.<\/p>\n
The President himself tested negative despite sharing close contact with his wife, including meals, car rides, and living quarters. He attributes this to his own previous battle with COVID-19 in May 2023, which could have provided temporary immunity.<\/p>\n
The First Lady, described as a “first-time corona warrior” by the President, is currently self-isolating at one of their residences in Rwakyitura. While experiencing some mild symptoms like weakness and occasional headaches, she is reportedly doing well and receiving treatment.<\/p>\n
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