Ugandans Question WHO Over 'Ebola Bundibugyo' Naming
Author: Bridget NsimentaPublished on: May 21, 2026Country: Uganda
Health

A debate has erupted in Uganda over the name of the Ebola Bundibugyo virus, with diplomats and journalists questioning the use of a geographic name for a disease. The Ministry of Health confirmed cases of Ebola in Congolese nationals, leading to preventive measures. Rosa Malango, Uganda's Special Presidential Envoy, emphasized that the virus's name undermines Uganda's reputation in epidemic preparedness.
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