South Sudan & Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations

South Sudan: South Sudan>>> is identified as a country at risk of Ebola spread due to its proximity and population movement with the affected regions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>> and Uganda>>>.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) funds vaccine development and is assessing potential Ebola vaccine candidates, aiming for a rapid response.

South Sudan: South Sudan is one of the countries whose nationals face travel bans from the US due to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) is funding three groups, including Moderna and the University of Oxford, to accelerate the development of vaccines against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.

South Sudan: Neighboring country at risk of cross-border spread. Its preparedness is important.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: Funding vaccine development efforts, including the Oxford and Hilleman candidates. Its investment is critical for accelerating vaccine research.

South Sudan: South Sudan is identified as a high-risk neighboring country due to its proximity to the outbreak's epicenter and intense population movement, necessitating reinforced cross-border surveillance.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: CEPI is listed as a partner in the urgent coordination meeting convened by Africa CDC, indicating potential involvement in the response to the Ebola outbreak.

South Sudan: Neighboring country at risk of importation; no confirmed cases reported.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: Partner in vaccine development efforts.