Uganda has shut its border "with immediate effect," despite warnings by the WHO that the move could backfire and cause the disease to spread.

Uganda Closes Border With DR Congo As Rare Ebola Strain Spreads

Uganda shut its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday in a bid to contain the Ebola outbreak that has hit its neighbour, the health ministry announced.

Segundo as autoridades congolesas, mais de 220 mortes suspeitas estão sob análise

The decision to close the border was made by an Ebola task force led by Ugandan Vice President Jessica Alupo.