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Dear supporters,

During an Ebola outbreak, delayed response can increase the risk of additional infections. Recognizing this challenge, Development Alert has successfully purchased a field motorcycle to strengthen emergency response activities across high-risk districts bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo. This achievement has been made possible through the generous support of compassionate donors committed to protecting vulnerable communities.

The motorcycle has significantly improved our ability to respond immediately whenever suspected Ebola alerts are received from Village Health Teams, local leaders, or community volunteers. Instead of waiting for limited transportation options, response personnel can now travel directly to affected communities, verify reports, support surveillance activities, and coordinate with district health authorities in far less time.

In addition to emergency investigations, the motorcycle is transporting infection prevention supplies, educational materials, and essential protective equipment to communities that previously experienced logistical delays. Health workers are also using it to conduct regular follow-up visits with contacts under monitoring and provide continued support to families living in high-risk areas.

Communities have already expressed appreciation for the increased visibility of response teams and the quicker arrival of health services. Faster response not only strengthens public confidence but also improves cooperation with surveillance, contact tracing, and community awareness activities.

Your generosity has strengthened one of the most practical components of our Ebola response. This motorcycle is becoming an indispensable resource that enables faster action, stronger coordination, and better protection for communities facing the ongoing threat of Ebola.

Dear donor

Every minute matters during an Ebola outbreak. As Uganda continues responding to confirmed Ebola cases while strengthening surveillance along the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, rapid movement of frontline teams has become essential. Thanks to the incredible generosity of GlobalGiving and it's our supporters, Development Alert has acquired a field motorcycle that is transforming the speed and efficiency of our emergency response.

Many of the communities we serve are connected by rough, unpaved roads that become extremely difficult to navigate, especially during the rainy season. Previously, response teams often spent hours reaching villages where suspected cases or contacts had been reported. The new motorcycle has dramatically reduced travel time, allowing trained community health volunteers to reach households faster, conduct contact tracing more efficiently, and provide immediate health education before potential transmission expands.

The motorcycle is also strengthening daily surveillance activities across border communities where frequent movement between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo requires constant vigilance. Health teams can now visit multiple villages in a single day, follow up on reported alerts more quickly, and maintain closer communication with local leaders and Village Health Teams.

Beyond contact tracing, the motorcycle is supporting rapid community assessments, supervision of handwashing stations, and distribution of educational materials throughout remote communities.

Your support has provided far more than transportation—it has delivered speed, flexibility, and hope. Every kilometer traveled represents another opportunity to interrupt transmission, protect vulnerable families, and strengthen Uganda's frontline Ebola response where it is needed most.