Uganda & South Sudan
14 shared events · Importance 12 · Last updated May 17, 2026
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Uganda maintains strong economic and security ties with South Sudan, serving as a major exporter to the country and a key political broker in its peace processes. Uganda also actively coordinates with its neighbor on border security.
International
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.
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.
May 17, 2026 · 158 articles
Accidents
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.
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.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
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.
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.
May 16, 2026 · 29 articles
Accidents
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.
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.
May 15, 2026 · 58 articles
Accidents
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.
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.
May 16, 2026 · 16 articles
Accidents
Uganda: Uganda has confirmed an Ebola outbreak after a Congolese man died in Kampala of Ebola Bundibugyo.
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.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
Accidents
Uganda: Uganda confirmed an imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo from Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to increased cross-border surveillance and preparedness efforts.
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.
May 15, 2026 · 41 articles
Domestic
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.
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.
Jun 15, 2025 · 7 articles
Domestic
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.
South Sudan: South Sudan's President Salva Kiir attended the inauguration ceremony of Yoweri Museveni.
May 12, 2026 · 12 articles
Accidents
Uganda: Uganda has confirmed a death of a Congolese national due to the Ebola outbreak, indicating cross-border spread.
South Sudan: South Sudan is mentioned as bordering Ituri province, where the outbreak was confirmed, indicating a potential risk of spread.
May 17, 2026 · 14 articles
Accidents
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.
South Sudan: South Sudan borders the Ituri province where the outbreak was confirmed, indicating a potential risk of spread.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Uganda: Uganda borders the Ituri province and is the origin of the Syrian Democratic Forces rebels.
South Sudan: South Sudan borders the Ituri province, a conflict-affected region.
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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