Posted by Oneka Richard, Gulu, Uganda

Since the news of the twin bomb blasts that rocked Kampala filtered through the international media, I would like to update our supporters, volunteers and readers on the current situation in Uganda. The situation in Kampala and every other parts of the country are more security conscious than possibly they have been.

The Government of Uganda has put in place measures to ensure maximum security in the city and around the country. These measures include public awareness on terrorist activities, increased access control to all Embassies, Missions, Public Buildings etc, and public toll free lines for reporting any security threat in the country.

Entebbe International Airport has operated normally throughout the two weeks and visitors continuous to arrive in the country from around the world. The government has assured the international county, including international NGOs and the general public of its continuous support for the safety and security of all.

Also currently, African Union Summit is taking place in Kampala, Uganda; being attended by 23 African Heads of State, which is evidence that the situation is under control and that is why the government has not issued any travel advisories.

These scares happen anywhere and visitors cannot stop to come because two bombs are detonated in some parts of Kampala. “Because of terrorist threats, there are security concerns in America, Europe, Asia and everywhere.”For example, South Africa was on high alert before and during the World Cup, but millions of football fans watched the games peacefully.

Above all, Northern Uganda remains safe and secure, and come December when our volunteers will be in Uganda, Caleb’s Hope will work closely with security officers and ensure reasonable security measures in place to protect our volunteers from harm.

 


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