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Ministry of Health advises against travel to DRC due to Ebola outbreak

Botswana // Congo DRC // 03 August, 2018

In response to the outbreak of Ebola in DRC, Botswana's Ministry of Health has advised "the public to avoid or postpone travelling to DRC. Travellers are also advised to take necessary precautions. The ministry will continue to monitor the situation at all levels and will update the public as the epidemic unfolds." There is no indication that travel has been restricted.

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Ministry of Health advises against travel to DRC due to Ebola outbreak

Botswana // Congo DRC // 03 August, 2018

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