The Government confirmed that no cases of Ebola virus have been recorded in Tanzania and assured of its determination to protect citizens by strengthening epidemiological surveillance measures and preparedness for any challenges.
Health Minister Mohamed Mchengerva noted that the State continues to strengthen its preparedness for possible outbreaks due to reported cases in neighboring countries such as Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
As of June 18, 2026, no cases of Ebola have been reported in Tanzania, and the public health situation remains stable. «I would like to assure the citizens that there are no cases of Ebola in our country. The government is fully prepared to prevent, promptly identify and eliminate any threats that may endanger the health of Tanzanians», said Mchengerva.
The Government has stepped up checks and monitoring at border posts, airports and seaports, and issued recommendations to health workers and the public.
Since the announcement of the Ebola virus, authorities have examined 64 reports from 21 regions. Of these, 11 suspicious cases required further investigation, but all samples tested negative for the virus. The Minister of Health stressed that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure the highest level of safety for both citizens and medical personnel in order to prevent the virus from entering the country. Mchengerva assured that the government will closely monitor the development of the situation and, if necessary, provide timely and accurate information to the public. He also urged citizens to follow the recommendations of health experts and rely on official sources, avoiding the dissemination of unverified information that could harm efforts to protect the country from the spread of the Ebola virus.
At the level of international cooperation, Tanzania has strengthened cooperation with the African Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), WHO and neighboring countries to share information and coordinate actions, if necessary. This includes joint exercises and training for medical personnel, as well as sharing best practices and technologies that can help in rapid response to possible outbreaks.
Thanks to the coordinated efforts of the Government, medical professionals and the entire society, Tanzania will be able to effectively withstand any challenges associated with the Ebola virus and maintain a stable epidemiological situation in the country.
