Kenya & Syrian Democratic Forces

Kenya: Kenya is where the US plans to open a quarantine center for Americans exposed to Ebola, a move that has drawn protests and concerns about burdening Kenya's health system.

Syrian Democratic Forces: The Syrian Democratic Forces, a rebel group allied with the Islamic State group, has carried out violent attacks in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, killing civilians and burning homes, further complicating Ebola containment efforts.

Kenya: Kenya has assessed a 'moderate risk of importation' of the Ebola virus and has formed a preparedness team, strengthening surveillance at all points of entry.

Syrian Democratic Forces: The Syrian Democratic Forces' violence in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province further complicates the response to the Ebola outbreak by creating an unstable environment.

Kenya: Kenya>>> is one of ten African countries identified by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention>>> as being at elevated risk of Ebola transmission due to cross-border population movement.

Syrian Democratic Forces: The Syrian Democratic Forces, an armed group with ties to the Islamic State, has attacked civilians in Ituri, adding to the region's volatility and hindering Ebola response efforts.

Kenya: Hosts an MSF training center for Ebola response; US quarantine facility plans faced legal challenges.

Syrian Democratic Forces: Insurgency in eastern DRC complicates response efforts.