South Sudan & Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

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.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, as the Director-General of the World Health Organization, made the official declaration of the public health emergency, highlighting the severity and uncertainties of the outbreak.

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.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization, provided updates on the investigation, confirmed cases, and the financial support allocated for the response.

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.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization, provided updates on the confirmed cases and the financial support being provided for the response.

South Sudan: South Sudan borders the Ituri province where the outbreak was confirmed, indicating a potential risk of spread.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization, expressed deep concern and declared the epidemic a public health emergency of international concern.