Electricity problems including load-shedding and voltage fluctuations can cause problems for business machines such as computers. Stabilizers, surge protectors and even independent electrical generators may be necessary. Housing is becoming more readily available because houses built for lease or rent are common investments in the greater Kampala area. Many of the houses aimed at western business people and organizations need significant upgrades to meet western standards. Uganda has serious disease and health problems.
Malaria is endemic and is resistant to many anti-malarial drugs.
Cerebral malaria is not uncommon. Most lakes and rivers are infested with bilharzia. The rate of HIV infection in Uganda is extremely high. Tuberculosis is becoming a major disease here. Although a new treatment plant for the Kampala water supply was commissioned in 1993, water from taps is not potable and should be boiled for 5 minutes and filtered before drinking.