What is a coronavirus?

Coronaviruses are a family of viruses, likely cause illness in animals or humans.  Coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections including the common cold, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). According to the World Health Organisation, the most recently discovered coronavirus causes coronavirus disease COVID-19. Since the first announcement of the outbreak, Makerere University Business School has been exploring ways in which it can help fight the spread of the virus within the School and the Community at large. Individuals. The public is encouraged to take responsibility to educate themselves about the virus and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).