Uganda has shut its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo after rising suspected Ebola cases, as authorities fear cross-border spread of the rare Bundibugyo strain, according to Sahara Reporters. Health officials say the decision follows exposure of Ugandan health workers to infected patients who crossed before Congo declared the outbreak on May 15.
The outbreak has grown in eastern Congo, with over 100 confirmed cases and many suspected infections. Uganda has recorded seven cases, including one death in Kampala. The WHO has urged against border closures, calling for coordinated response. Authorities say only emergency crossings will be allowed, with 21-day isolation required. Officials warn against mass gatherings as transmission risks rise across region.
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