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Uganda has officially declared the end of its Ebola outbreak, marking a significant milestone in the country’s public health response.
The announcement was made on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, by the Minister of Health, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, during a press briefing. The declaration follows 42 consecutive days without any new confirmed Ebola cases, meeting the criteria established by the World Health Organization (WHO). The countdown began after the last patient was discharged from the Ebola Treatment Centre on June 22, 2026.
According to the Ministry of Health, Uganda recorded a total of 20 confirmed Ebola cases during the outbreak, including two deaths.
Although the outbreak has officially ended, the government has urged the public to remain vigilant. Dr. Baryomunsi called on Ugandans—especially those living along the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)—to continue observing all recommended public health measures to prevent any future resurgence of the virus.
He emphasized that sustained vigilance is essential to avoid another outbreak, stressing that prevention remains the best defense against Ebola.
Meanwhile, the health situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo remains a concern, as new Ebola cases continue to be reported, highlighting the need for continued cross-border surveillance and regional cooperation.
