Ebola outbreak disrupts life along the DRC-Uganda border
An Ebola outbreak is causing significant disruptions along the DRC-Uganda border. With nearly 750 suspected cases reported in the DRC, health authorities have intensified measures to control the spread of the virus. These measures, including the closure of weekly border markets, are impacting the livelihoods of local residents.
- ▪There are almost 750 suspected Ebola cases in the DRC.
- ▪Health measures have intensified along the DRC-Uganda border.
- ▪Authorities have deployed health workers and shut down weekly border markets.
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Toggle PlayEbola outbreak disrupts life along the DRC-Uganda borderNewsFeedEbola outbreak disrupts life along the DRC-Uganda borderWith almost 750 suspected Ebola cases in the DRC, health measures intensified along the DRC–Uganda border. At the busy Mpondwe crossing near outbreak zones in Beni, authorities deployed health workers and shut weekly border markets, measures that residents say are threatening their livelihoods.Published On 23 May 202623 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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