National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula warned Bungoma County residents to take precautions against Ebola, citing Uganda’s proximity to the outbreak. The warning came after Uganda reported confirmed cases of the virus. Wetang’ula posted on his X account on October 9, 2026, stating the Ministry of Health was on high alert.
A patient in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, died from Ebola after traveling from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through Uganda. The case has raised questions about the effectiveness of border screening. Health officials in Kenya and Uganda are now reviewing protocols to prevent further spread.
Ebola outbreaks have been reported in the DRC, with several cases confirmed in recent months. Uganda’s border with the DRC is a key transmission route. The recent death in Kenya highlights the potential for the virus to spread across East African nations. Health authorities are urging increased vigilance and improved screening at border checkpoints.
The situation underscores the challenges of containing infectious diseases in the region. Uganda has previously experienced Ebola outbreaks, with the last major one in 2018. This new case may indicate a resurgence or new transmission patterns. Officials are working to strengthen public health responses to prevent wider outbreaks.
