DR Congo’s neighbors impose Covid-style measures in push to limit Ebola’s spread
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has prompted neighboring countries to implement precautionary measures similar to those used during the Covid-19 pandemic. Uganda has confirmed new cases and is enhancing border screening and community awareness campaigns to prevent the spread of the virus. Health authorities across the region are on high alert, particularly in areas with significant cross-border movement.
- ▪Uganda has confirmed three new cases of Ebola, bringing its total to five.
- ▪Health authorities are reinforcing screening at key crossings and scaling up preparedness planning.
- ▪The World Health Organization has reported 750 cases and 177 deaths related to the outbreak in Congo.
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Ebola Virus OutbreakDR Congo’s neighbors impose Covid-style measures in push to limit Ebola’s spreadScreening tools and hygiene measures deployed during the Covid-19 pandemic are making a comeback, with Uganda temporarily suspending large cultural events as a precaution.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleEbola treatment center set alight in Congo00:44Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 24, 2026, 9:30 AM EDTBy Freddie ClaytonRegional concern over the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo intensified Saturday as Uganda confirmed three new cases, while neighboring countries stepped up monitoring measures amid fears of cross-border spread.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and…
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