Aaron Nabusiu

Pharmacist. Public Health Specialist

[David Sejusa, DM. @sejudav]

We need to applaud our leaders when they get it right. So Thank you Your Grace! Btw, WHY CAN'T GOVERNMENT PAY ITS INTERN DOCTORS? I have been trying to understand it clearly: Why can't Government find money to pay a few thousand intern doctors? WHAT IS THE LOGIC? Because it is not the money as the Archbishop correctly points out. If you have Shs 200bn to spend on cars for People, many, who even FAILED THE ARTS you are refusing to pay for now, how can you FAIL TO FIND just Shs 28bn for 2000 INTERN DOCTORS?

WHAT IS THE LOGIC? Refusing to pay ARTS TEACHERS and you Pay SCIENCE TEACHERS MORE, produce the SCIENTISTS AT THE UNIVERSITY, then refuse to pay THESE SCIENTISTS, BUT INSTEAD PAY THE ARTISTS, even HIGH SCHOOL DROPOUTS(MPs) with Shs200bn FREE CARS? BTW, WHY DO WE GIVE FREE CARS TO MPs WHO EARN SHS 50 MILLION PER MONTH? WE WHO STRUGGLED WITH BLOOD AND SWEAT, AND THOUSANDS DIED TO BRING ABOUT THAT PARLIAMENT; THEY DON'T BUY CARS FOR US; AND WE DON'T DEMAND! We buy our own Cars. And those who can't, THEY USE TAXIS! So what is it with these POLITICAL FREELOADERS?

Here is my take: Either the People in charge are SUBVERSIVE; ie, silent enemies of the State, or they are extremely ignorant and incompetent! So, which is which? The GOVERNMENT has placed SCIENCE STUDY at the centre of the EDUCATION SYSTEM. I hear the President drumming it up daily. They even increased Salaries of Science teachers tenfold, and abandoned Arts teachers, etc. And in this endeavour, many young people are taking Science subjects: Medicine; Engineering; Food Science; AI, Environmental Science, etc.

Take THESE INTERNS/Doctors. The biggest field, perhaps second to ARITIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE(AI) today is BIOTECHNOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY. There is so much going on in these areas which deal with the application of BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS AND ORGANISMS to make and use things like VACCINES, GENE THERAPY,etc, which are central in the quest for DISEASE ERADICATION. The Bridging of the gap between LABORATORY RESEARCH and PATIENT CARE is now the bedrock of GLOBAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS. So why would government not support people who are key in such fields; i ask again, WHAT IS THE LOGIC?

[Aaron Nabusiu @AaronNabusiu]

@DrTedros @MakSPH You’re welcome to UG. We are the masters of handling Ebola, surely the world will learn from us

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

I am in #Uganda, where the government has mounted a prompt and capable response to the outbreak of #Ebola.

Screening at the borders helped detect cases arriving from neighbouring #DRC, and the country’s surveillance, testing and case management systems are doing steady work. Of the 19 confirmed cases so far, 14 were among people who entered from DRC and five are Ugandan nationals. Sadly, two people from DRC have died, and our thoughts are with their families.

@WHO is supporting Uganda, alongside @AfricaCDC and partners across the region, as the country leads this response.

With continued collaboration, I am confident this outbreak can be brought under control.

[Aaron Nabusiu @AaronNabusiu]

@SsemujjuIN @Samwyri You’re welcome Ibra

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

To the people of DRC, especially to the people of Ituri

Jambo kwenu wakahaji wa Ituri

Mbote na bino, bato ya Ituri

My name is Tedros, and I am the Director-General of the World Health Organization (@WHO). But today, I am not writing to you as an official. I am writing to you as someone who knows your region, who has walked your streets, and who cares deeply about what happens to you and your families.

I am writing because I want to be with you in these moments. And I want you to know that you are not alone.

#Ebola is not new to me personally. From 2018 to 2020, I came fourteen times to North Kivu, the epicentre of the outbreak at that time. Fourteen visits to Beni, Butembo, Katwa, Goma, and many other communities. During that outbreak, Ebola spread across North Kivu, South Kivu, and reached parts of Ituri as well. I was alongside families who had lost their loved ones. I met health workers risking their lives every day. I met community leaders, traditional healers, religious leaders and business leaders who refused to abandon their people. I saw men and women show extraordinary courage in the most difficult of circumstances. The people there, who saw me coming back again and again, wanted to give me a name that belonged to their community. They asked me whether I was the first, second, or third child of my parents. When I told them I was the firstborn, they gave me the name Dr. Paluku. I carry that name with pride. It is not just a name. It is a bond. It is a reminder that this work is not about titles or institutions. It is about people. It is about you.

That outbreak was one of the most complex in history. It did not unfold in a stable, peaceful environment. It happened in the middle of armed conflict, with communities displaced, supply routes disrupted, and health workers operating under constant threat. People were fleeing violence while also trying to protect themselves and their families from a deadly disease. I remember being in Beni on more than one occasion while fighting was taking place on the outskirts of the city. We could hear it. And yet the health workers around me did not stop. They kept working. That kind of courage is something I will never forget. The challenges of that time are not so different from what you are facing today in Ituri. I understand that. I have seen it with my own eyes.

Mistrust ran deep, and the security situation cost us precious time. Our health workers were attacked. Clinics were targeted. People who were only trying to save lives found themselves caught in the middle of a conflict they did not start. Lives were lost that we might have saved, and that weighs on me still. But I also witnessed something remarkable. When we listened, when communities felt respected and heard, things began to change. Trust grew slowly, then more quickly. People came forward. And together, we managed to contain the outbreak. We did it. The people of DRC did it. I will never forget that.

Ebola is now back. This time, the outbreak is hitting Ituri province the hardest. More than 90% of all cases have been reported in Ituri province, with a small number of cases also reported in North Kivu and South Kivu. I know how frightening that is, and I know that the people of Ituri are bearing a burden that is not easy to carry.

I know that many of you are exhausted. You are already carrying so much: malaria, hunger, insecurity, and the daily struggle to keep your families safe. And now Ebola. It is not fair, and I will not pretend otherwise.

But I also want to say something else about Ituri, because this province deserves to be seen for more than its hardships. Ituri is a place of remarkable energy. It is a province of vibrant commerce, of entrepreneurial spirit, of communities that have refused to be defined by the conflicts around them. The markets of Bunia buzz with life. Traders, farmers, teachers, and young people building their futures against all odds. That spirit, that refusal to give up, is exactly what we need now. It is the foundation on which we will build our response. We do not come to Ituri with only medicine and expertise. We come to join a community that already knows how to fight for its survival.

I want to say a special word to the young people of Ituri. You are growing up in circumstances that no young person should have to face. And yet what I see, again and again, is not despair but determination. You are the future of this province and this country. In this outbreak, you have a vital role to play. Talk to your friends and your families. Share what you know about Ebola. Help break the fear and the silence that allow this virus to spread. Your voice carries further than you know, and we need it now more than ever.

And to the health workers of Ituri, I want to say this: you are seen, and you are not alone. Every day you go to work knowing the risks, and you go anyway. You do it for your patients, for your communities, for your families. You are the backbone of this response. Without you, none of this is possible. I know the conditions are hard. I know the resources are often not enough. I know that fear and exhaustion are real. Please know that WHO stands with you, that we are working to get you the support you need, and that your courage and dedication are known and deeply valued far beyond the borders of this province.

I also know that the security situation in parts of this region remains very difficult. Conflict and displacement make everything harder, including reaching people who need care and keeping health workers safe. I want to be honest: this is one of our greatest challenges. We cannot do this work if those who are trying to help are prevented from doing so or put in danger. We are working closely with all relevant partners to ensure that the response can reach every community that needs it, and that no one is left behind because of where they live or what is happening around them.

That is why today I am making a direct appeal to all warring parties in this region: please, declare a ceasefire. Even briefly. Even just enough to let health workers through. People are dying from Ebola who do not have to die. Children are sick. Families are suffering. No cause, no conflict, no grievance is worth condemning innocent people to death from a preventable disease. A ceasefire, even a temporary one, would save lives. I urge you, I implore you: give us the space to help the people who need it most.

I also know that there is anger and mistrust in some communities, and I understand why. Trust must be earned, it cannot be assumed. We have not always done things correctly. But I promise you, we are here to learn as much as we are here to help.

I need to be honest with you about something important. Most previous Ebola outbreaks in DRC were caused by a virus called Ebola Zaire, for which we have vaccines and treatments. This outbreak is caused by a different virus called Ebola Bundibugyo. There are currently no approved vaccines or treatments for it. This is serious, and you deserve to hear that plainly. But I also want you to know this: while there are no specific treatments for Bundibugyo, there is much we can do together to prevent the spread of this virus and save lives. Early supportive care in our treatment centers can make a real difference. If you or someone you know falls ill, please do not wait. Coming forward early can make the difference between life and death. And everything we do, we will do with you. We will listen to you, we will share information with you, and we are here to help. And for those we cannot save, we will mourn with you. We will help you grieve your lost loved ones with safe and dignified burials.

We are working under the leadership of the Government of DRC, together with all relevant partners, united around one goal: to stop this outbreak and protect your communities. No one is working alone. No one is working at cross purposes. We are coordinated, we are committed, and we are here.

That is why I am coming to Bunia. I will be there in person, alongside my colleagues, meeting your leaders, listening to your concerns, and doing everything in my power to help you. I will not be managing this from a comfortable office far away.

This is the 17th Ebola outbreak in DRC. Together, you have overcome every single one before. That is not a small thing. That is a testament to the strength and resilience of your communities. I have seen that strength with my own eyes.

My brothers and sisters of Ituri, I want you to know that the world is watching your courage. You are not forgotten. Together, we will overcome this outbreak, as you have overcome every challenge before. Your resilience is the light that guides us all.

We will get through this one too. Not because of anyone, but because of you.

Our teams are already on the ground, and they will stay for as long as necessary. And when this outbreak is over, we will not quietly disappear. We will not forget you. We will stay, and we will keep working with you to build health systems that protect every person in every community.

I look forward to seeing you in Bunia soon. Until then, please know that you are in my thoughts.

With respect and solidarity,

Paluku
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Director-General, World Health Organization

[Charles Peter Mayiga @cpmayiga]

Olwa leero giweze emyaka 13 bukya Beene anzija ku maviivi...! Mu bbanga eryo mubaddemu ebintu bingi, nga bino:

1. Okukyusa endaba y'ebintu, abantu okumanya nti waliwo bye tusobola okwekolera (Ettoffaali lyavaamu obuwumbi 10, naye ekigendererwa kyali ku "mindset change").

2. Okutereeza enzirukanya y'emirimu mu Bulange ne mu bitongole (effective systems of administration).

3. Okumaliriza Amasiro g'e Kasubi ne bbugwe.

4. Okuzimba Masengere.

5. Okutandika BBS Terefayina eyaffe.

6. Okusikiriza bannamikago ab'omuzinzi (waliwo abazimba amayumba e Kigo, Ssentema; Airtel, Centenary n'abala bangi batuwagira nnyo).

7. Okussa omulaka ku byobulamu (Kabaka y'emunyenye y'okulwanyisa mukenenya).

8. Okukunga Obuganda (emisinde gy'amazaalibwa gye gisinga obunene mu Afirika; Omupiira gw'Amasaza gwe gusinga okulabwa mu East Africa).

9. Okuwagira bannabitone (abayimbi; abakubi b'ebivuga; abawandiisi b'ennyimba; abazinyi).

10. Okussa omulaka ku byenjigiriza (Ensawo ya Kabaka ey'Ebyenjiriza eweeredde mitwalo na mitwalo); amasomero, okuva ku nursery, primary; secondary; tertiary; ne university gonna weegali.

11. Oluwalo (omwaka oguwedde abantu ba Buganda baaleeta kumpi obuwumbi 2 - mu kyeyagalire, emirimu gy'Omutanda gisobole okutambula.

12. Okulwanyisa obwavu: Emmwanyi Terimba.. enteekateeka ejje abantu mu bwavu; obwegassi (PEWOSA ne SACCO endala ziyamba bangi).

13. Okutumbula Obuwangwa n'ennono (Kabaka y'omu ku bakulembeze b'ensikirano abasinga ettutumu mu Afirika; Ebika bivuga; Oluganda kati luli ne ku Google).

Nkomye ku ebyo 13 (anti n'emyaka giri 13 😊)...naye bingi okusingawo.

Nneebaza Nnyinimu okunneesiga 🙏🏾 ebbanga lino lyonna.

Nneebaza bonna benkoze nabo ebbanga lino. Nneebaza Obuganda n'emikwano gyaffe.

Obuwagizi n'essaala bye bituwanirira bulijjo.
Wangaala Ayi Cuucu! CPM

[Aaron Nabusiu @AaronNabusiu]

@MwangiMaina_ @mukulaa Good idea.

[Bank of Uganda @BOU_Official]

"Chairman, a country without reserves is not sovereign. The potential of this Bill to destabilize Uganda’s balance of payments is our primary concern as a central bank. For example, last financial year the overall balance of payment surplus was USD 1.5 billion. That’s how we were able to increase our reserve coverage by USD 1.5 billion. Today as we speak our reserves are close to USD 6 billion. Why? Because these inflows have been coming in. The moment you tamper with these inflows here, we risk running down our reserves, and that is economic disaster for a country.” Governor Atingi-Ego on the Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026 in an appearance before Parliament today.

[Seyed Abbas Araghchi @araghchi]

In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Rep. of Iran.

[Aaron Nabusiu @AaronNabusiu]

@rwenzori_ I don’t think anyone falls for this

[Masoud Pezeshkian @drpezeshkian]

To the people of the United States of America

[Jan Sadek @JanSadek]

I am happy to announce that @EUinUG is opening a Consulate General on Kalangala Islands to promote Ugandan pineapple exports. Ugandan pineapple is the best in the world - the EU must experience it! A dedicated airport is being built to ensure it arrives fresh in Brussels. 🇪🇺🍍🇺🇬

[Jackson Hinkle 🇺🇸 @jacksonhinkle]

@mkainerugaba 🇮🇱 Muhoozi, I don’t need history lessons from Netanyahu’s dog…

[Aaron Nabusiu @AaronNabusiu]

@IanECox @TheMutaD Add DRC onto that bloc. Would be a massive alliance

[Aaron Nabusiu @AaronNabusiu]

@ChrisOMagezi @kasujja If you are looking for indisciplined motorists, then why check inside cars and even their boots🤔

[Redi Tlhabi @RediTlhabi]

The President of South Africa is not in Chicago to “enjoy American freedom.” He is here to honour a man who stood with South Africa’s anti-apartheid struggle at a time when the United States was still supporting the apartheid regime and those who enforced it.

He is here to honour a global icon revered by the very Black South Africans the apartheid state sought to crush and erase.

He is here to honour a leader who came to South Africa, who walked the dusty streets of our townships alongside our parents and grandparents, and who gave moral courage to a struggle the world once tried to ignore.

Ramaphosa is here to offer comfort and respect to @rep_jackson and the Jackson family who shared this extraordinary man with South Africa over many decades!

You do not get to impose your politics on our history. Not today!
President Ramaphosa will leave Chicago tomorrow and travel to Brazil on official business. You, meanwhile, can enjoy YOUR freedom to drop bombs across the world.

[Aaron Nabusiu @AaronNabusiu]

@VillagerHustler @DenisDukeUG You probably don’t know what you’re talking about

[DR. CHRIS BARYOMUNSI @CHRISBARYOMUNS1]

@DaudiKabanda @mkainerugaba Ordinarily, I will not dignify Kabanda's forest of empty talk with a response. I have no energy to engage in an argument with somebody who is intellectuially jaundiced. From what you have written, i advise you to upgrade your education and reason like those who went to school.