Bank of Uganda governor Mutebile hospitalised

The Governor Bank of Uganda, Prof. Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile has been hospitalized.
Mr Mutebile travelled to South Africa on May 8, 2015 for treatment and thorough medical review, according to a statement issued on the Bank of Uganda official Facebook page.
“A week ago, the Governor, had briefly visited Nakasero hospital to receive medical attention because he was not feeling well. Accordingly, he was admitted and treated for a few days,” the statement reads in part.
Following the treatment, the governor’s health reportedly improved and was recovering well. Therefore, the hospital discharged him to continue his recuperation at home.
“The doctors also advised that during this rest, he seeks a full and thorough medical review; and referred him to South Africa,” the statement reads further.

“The Bank thanks the medical team at Nakasero hospital as well as everyone else who has extended generous support to the Governor. We wish him a complete recovery and a quick resumption of his duties at the Bank.”