2000 - Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda- Update 32

The current outbreak of Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda was first reported on 7 June 2021. According to the Ugandan Ministry of Health, as of 29 November 2021, there have been 354 confirmed cases and 5 probable or suspected cases reported in the Gulu district.

The case counts indicate a significant number of reported deaths, with a total of 140 fatalities. The case fatality ratio is 39.5%, which is calculated based on the available data. The World Health Organization (WHO) is closely monitoring the situation and providing updates on the outbreak.

The outbreak is currently confined to Uganda, with no reported cases in other countries. There is no information available on any vessel or aircraft-related outbreaks.

The public health response to the outbreak is being led by the Ugandan Ministry of Health, with support from international partners. For the latest updates on the outbreak, please refer to the World Health Organization's Disease Outbreak News bulletin, available at https://www.who.int/emergencies/disease-outbreak-news/item/2000_11_30-en.