Humanitarian Partners Seek $12.7M for Uganda Ebola Response
Humanitarian partners have mobilized $3.1 million for the Ebola response in Uganda but still require an additional $12.7 million to address critical funding gaps. UN spokesperson Stephan Dujarr stated that these funds are essential for sustaining surveillance, treatment, and community engagement to contain the outbreak.
The outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, has prompted a public health emergency declaration. Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, during his visit to Uganda, met with government officials and reaffirmed the commitment to respond effectively to the outbreak.
He urged Uganda to reconsider its decision to close its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the outbreak is ongoing. The Africa CDC reported 544 confirmed cases across 515 countries, with Uganda recording 19 confirmed cases involving individuals who entered from Congo.
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