Overview
- The World Health Organization declared Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, its highest alert level.
- African Union Commission Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf called for stronger preparedness, surveillance, and rapid response in affected and at‑risk countries.
- The AU pledged full support for Africa CDC to lead a coordinated continental effort with governments, WHO, and humanitarian partners.
- AU spokesperson Nuur Mohamud Sheekh said the India–Africa Forum Summit in New Delhi is expected to proceed and could deepen cooperation in public health, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- The United States Embassy in Uganda paused visa services as a precaution, and neighboring states such as South Sudan reported readiness measures that reflect concern about regional spread.