Uganda bans mass gatherings to curb Ebola spread-

Uganda has stepped up Ebola screening and contact tracing in Kampala after confirming two new cases involving health workers, raising the country’s total infections to seven as…

Uganda Closes Border With DR Congo As Rare Ebola Strain Spreads

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

Uganda has tightened Ebola controls by closing its border with the DRC, restricting public gatherings and cancelling this year’s Martyrs Day pilgrimage.

By SHARON NAKOLA in Nairobi, Kenya |