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DR Congo: The Republic of the Congo strengthens Ebola preparedness at points of entry
By World Health Organization at ReliefWeb
· July 3, 2026
· 4 min read
. From 8:00 to 16:00, she and her colleague screen passengers. Both are equipped with an infrared thermometer and hand sanitizer. They are on the frontline as travellers arrive from Kinshasa, along one of the busiest routes between the two capitals. “When passengers arrive, we ask them to wash their
Key takeaway Controls have been intensified at the country’s main points of entry, notably Brazzaville Beach and Maya-Maya International Airport.
Why this matters
The Republic of the Congo's swift strengthening of Ebola preparedness measures at points of entry highlights the critical importance of proactive border control in preventing the spread of infectious diseases. Given the high volume of daily crossings between Brazzaville and Kinshasa, the risk of Ebola importation is indeed considered high by the World Health Organization. The implementation of systematic temperature checks, hand disinfection, and observation for signs and symptoms demonstrates a commitment to protecting public health. The training of 55 health workers on infection prevention and control, epidemiological surveillance, and management of suspected cases further reinforces the national response. As the situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ituri province continues to evolve, the Republic of the Congo's measures will be crucial in preventing the introduction of the virus, and their effectiveness will be closely watched by global health authorities and neighboring countries.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 4 min
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