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27 January 2025
Tanzania + Kagera

Marburg virus disease in Tanzania

The Tanzania Ministry of Health reported 15 confirmed Marburg virus disease (MVD) cases and two deaths in Biharamulo district, Kagera Region since 19 January 2025. The World Health Organization and other agencies are supporting outbreak control measures in the region. A travel advisory has been issued for local and international travellers visiting the Kagera region including online surveillance forms and temperature checks on departure. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Marburg virus disease.

Take extra precautions