South Sudan & Uganda
14 shared events · Importance 12 · Last updated May 17, 2026
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South Sudan relies heavily on Uganda as a primary trade route, source of imports, and regional security partner within the East African Community. The two nations coordinate closely on cross-border issues, including health emergencies.
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South Sudan: South Sudan is at risk of further spread of the Ebola outbreak due to its proximity to affected areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and intense population movement. South Sudan is participating in a high-level coordination meeting to address cross-border preparedness.
Uganda: Uganda is at risk of further spread of the Ebola outbreak due to its proximity to affected areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and intense population movement. Uganda is participating in a high-level coordination meeting to address cross-border preparedness.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
South Sudan: South Sudan is considered at high risk for the spread of the Ebola virus due to its proximity to Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province and cross-border population movements.
Uganda: Uganda has reported confirmed cases and deaths linked to the Ebola outbreak, including in its capital Uganda — Kampala, indicating cross-border spread from Democratic Republic of the Congo.
May 17, 2026 · 158 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is identified as a country at high risk for further spread of the Ebola virus due to its proximity to the affected areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Uganda: Uganda confirmed an imported Ebola case from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to a death in Kampala. The country is at high risk for further spread due to its proximity to affected areas.
May 16, 2026 · 29 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is involved in regional coordination efforts with the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention due to its proximity to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the risk of cross-border Ebola transmission.
Uganda: Uganda is concerned about the cross-border spread of Ebola due to its proximity to Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province and has reported an imported case in Kampala. It is participating in coordination meetings with the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
May 15, 2026 · 58 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is involved in regional coordination efforts with the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention due to its proximity to the affected areas in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the risk of cross-border spread.
Uganda: Uganda confirmed an imported case of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the risk of regional spread due to high population movement.
May 16, 2026 · 16 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is involved in regional coordination meetings due to its proximity to the affected areas in Democratic Republic of the Congo, aiming to reinforce cross-border surveillance.
Uganda: Uganda confirmed an imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo from Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to increased cross-border surveillance and preparedness efforts.
May 15, 2026 · 41 articles
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South Sudan: South Sudan is participating in a meeting convened by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to reinforce cross-border surveillance.
Uganda: Uganda has confirmed an Ebola outbreak after a Congolese man died in Kampala of Ebola Bundibugyo.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
South Sudan: South Sudan is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.
Uganda: Uganda is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.
Jun 15, 2025 · 7 articles
Domestic
South Sudan: South Sudan's President Salva Kiir attended the inauguration ceremony of Yoweri Museveni.
Uganda: Uganda is experiencing political instability following a disputed presidential election, with its long-serving president Yoweri Museveni extending his rule. The country faces international criticism regarding human rights and democratic processes, and has passed a controversial Sovereignty Bill.
May 12, 2026 · 12 articles
Accidents
South Sudan: South Sudan is mentioned as bordering Ituri province, where the outbreak was confirmed, indicating a potential risk of spread.
Uganda: Uganda has confirmed a death of a Congolese national due to the Ebola outbreak, indicating cross-border spread.
May 17, 2026 · 14 articles
Accidents
South Sudan: South Sudan borders the Ituri province where the outbreak was confirmed, indicating a potential risk of spread.
Uganda: Uganda has reported a death from the Ebola outbreak and has postponed a major religious festival to prevent further spread, indicating a regional impact of the disease.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
International
South Sudan: South Sudan borders the Ituri province, a conflict-affected region.
Uganda: Uganda borders the Ituri province and is the origin of the Syrian Democratic Forces rebels.
May 09, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Uganda: Uganda recently received eight people from different African countries who were deported from the United States.
Apr 03, 2026 · 24 articles
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