HealthPublic health policy action2026-05-17🇷🇼

Rwanda and DRC close border over Ebola outbreak fears

source: Rubavu District authorities -> target: Cross-border travelers between Rwanda and the DRC

On 2026-05-17, Rwanda temporarily closed border points linking Goma and Gisenyi in Rubavu District to reduce the risk of Ebola spread from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Local authorities said the closure would remain in place indefinitely, while screening continued for some cross-border travelers under health monitoring.

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Rubavu District / Gisenyi-Goma borderWestern ProvinceEastern AfricaRwandaAfrica-1.706, 29.254
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