A Scoping Analysis of Theories, Models, and Standard Operating Procedures for the COVID-19 Pandemic in Uganda
Twaibu Semwogerere
Faculty of Engineering, Busitema University, Tororo, Uganda.
Samuel Baker Kucel
Faculty of Engineering, Busitema University, Tororo, Uganda.
Huzairu Igga
Faculty of Engineering, Busitema University, Tororo, Uganda.
Badru Lusiba
Faculty of Engineering, Busitema University, Tororo, Uganda.
Yahaya Gavamukulya *
Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda.
Sophie Namwanje
Faculty of Management, Islamic University In Uganda, Mbale, Uganda.
Richard Opaka Awichi
Faculty of Science, Kyambogo University, Kampala, Uganda.
Joseph Matovu KB
Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda.
Banson John Barugahare
Faculty of Health Sciences, Busitema University, Mbale, Uganda.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
The Corona Virus Disease - 19 (COVID-19) pandemic is one of the most devastating events in the history of human health for the last several decades. Our analysis aimed at a cross-section of events, models and theories surrounding the pandemic. These included mathematical modeling, lockdown diaries, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), religious approaches, and the 5G network theory among others. The Global economies have been checked negatively by the pandemic. The COVID - 19 – pandemic challenge, primed many innovations and adaptations for survival. Use of phones and ICT as well as proper handling of asymptomatic victims was necessary as it resolves the anxiety issue of the infection spread. Leadership from the President to the lowers levels was critical for the management of COVID -19 challenge in Uganda.
Keywords: Theories, models, standard operating, COVID-19, mathematical modeling