The outbreak, in which two confirmed and eight probable cases were recorded – all deceased –, was the second the country has experienced.
Health experts have emphasized the importance of community awareness, robust surveillance, and international cooperation to prevent further spread.
Between March 21 and May 31, nine disease cases were reported in Tanzania, including eight laboratory-confirmed cases and one probable.
The government says the situation is under control and no one should be afraid to visit Tanzania.
Inashauriwa wataalamu wa afya kutoka katika sekta zote kama za binadamu, wanyama na mazingira kushikirikiana katika kugundua vihatarishi vya magonjwa kama haya.
WHO Director-General says a ‘One Health’ approach will be essential for preventing viruses from spilling from animals to humans.
Minister of Health Ummy Mwalimu has identified the mysterious disease that killed at least five people in Kagera as a Marburg Virus Disease.
Eight cases of Marburg disease have been confirmed in Tanzania, which include the death of five people, four from the same family and one health worker
In our briefing today:
CHADEMA, ACT Wazalendo Delegations Reportedly Blocked From Entering Angola to Attend a Democracy Summit;
Tanzania Declares End of Marburg Virus Disease in Kagera;
Govt, Unemployed Teachers’ Organisation Agree on Way Forward to Resolve Raised Grievances;
CHADEMA Appoints New Directors and Experts in Major Leadership Reshuffle
The Ministry of Health has reassured the public, stating that the government is well-prepared to handle the disease, as it has experience in controlling outbreaks
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