Uganda Closes DRC Border as Ebola Risk Escalates
Uganda has temporarily closed its border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with immediate effect following a surge in Ebola cases in the neighboring country. The government said only authorized Ebola response teams, humanitarian operations, food and cargo transporters, and essential security personnel will be allowed to cross,
Uganda Postpones Martyrs Day Celebrations Over Ebola Concerns
President Yoweri Museveni has postponed this year’s Martyrs’ Day celebrations, citing growing concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the region. In a statement addressed to Ugandans, particularly the “Bazzukulu,” Museveni said the decision followed consultations with the national epidemic response task force and religious leaders. “After consultations with the
DRC declares end of 16th Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of the Congo today declared the end of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in Kasai Province, after no new cases were reported in the past 42 days since the last patient was discharged from treatment centre on 19 October 2025. “On behalf of the government and taking into
