Uganda to Continue Anti-ADF Operations Despite Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo

Uganda to continue anti-ADF operations despite Ebola outbreak in DR Congo

Uganda to continue anti-ADF operations despite Ebola outbreak in DR Congo

Uganda closes border with DR Congo as rare Ebola cases surge

By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Faced with an escalating health crisis, Uganda ordered the closure of its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo “with immediate effect” on Wednesday. The containment measure comes as suspected cases of a rare, lethal strain of the Ebola virus approach 1,000 in eastern Congo and begin crossing into Ugandan territory. The decision contravenes guidelines issued by the World Health Organiz…

“No Vaccine, No Specific Treatment” — Uganda Closes DR Congo Border As Rare Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak Spreads

Uganda has closed its border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo as authorities intensify efforts to contain the spread of Ebola following a sharp rise in suspected infections linked to the outbreak in eastern Congo. The closure was announced by Uganda’s National Task Force on Ebola Response, which said the decision was taken over growing concerns about cross-border transmission between the two neighbouring countries. Uganda and DR Congo s…