Uganda Closes Border with Congo Amid Surge in Suspected Rare Ebola Cases

Uganda announced the closure of its border with Congo. The decision follows a surge in suspected cases of a rare Ebola type in Congo. Authorities aim to limit cross‑border transmission of the disease. The move was reported by Asahi Shimbun. No specific timeline for reopening was provided. Health officials emphasized the precautionary nature of the action. The closure reflects regional efforts to contain the outbreak. Monitoring will continue to assess the health situation.