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Uganda imposes 21‑day quarantine on returnees from DRC over Ebola risk
Updated 11:34 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 08:47 WAT · 3 outlets reporting
Uganda announced a mandatory 21‑day quarantine for its citizens arriving from the Democratic Republic of the Congo after an Ebola case was linked to travel through the country. The measure also blocks most travellers from the DRC from transiting through Uganda. Authorities say the step follows a confirmed Ebola infection in Nigeria involving a woman who passed through Uganda.
What we know
- Uganda requires a 21‑day quarantine for citizens returning from the DRC
- Most DRC travellers are barred from transiting through Uganda
- The action follows a confirmed Ebola case in Nigeria tied to Uganda travel
Why it matters: The restriction could affect Nigerians travelling via Uganda and highlights regional health vigilance.
Sources
- Uganda orders 21-day Ebola quarantine for citizens returning from DR Congo – Al Jazeera,
- Uganda imposes 21-day Ebola quarantine, continues investigation into Nigeria’s case – Nairametrics,
- Uganda imposes 21-day quarantine on citizens returning from DR Congo – BBC News Africa,
Updates
- – Summary updated with new reporting
- – Now also reported by BBC News Africa
- – Story published – 2 outlets
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