Uganda & Islamic State
12 shared events · Importance 6 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026
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Uganda: Uganda has confirmed cases of Ebola linked to the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to border closures and quarantine measures. Its authorities have expressed unawareness of US-funded treatment centers.
Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State group have carried out attacks in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating Ebola response efforts and displacing large populations.
May 21, 2026 · 627 articles
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Uganda: Uganda has confirmed imported Ebola cases from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to heightened surveillance, travel restrictions, and the postponement of national events to prevent further spread.
Islamic State: Islamic State-backed militants contribute to the violence and insecurity in Democratic Republic of the Congo — Ituri Province, further complicating the Ebola response by disrupting health facilities and displacing populations.
May 15, 2026 · 446 articles
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Uganda: Neighboring country that contained its linked outbreak, declaring itself Ebola-free. Its success provides a model for containment but remains at risk of cross-border spread.
Islamic State: Militants affiliated with ISIL reportedly attacked a village in Ituri, causing displacement. Such attacks exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.
Mar 09, 2018 · 543 articles
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Uganda: Neighboring country that experienced cases and deaths, declared free of the virus last month. At risk of renewed spread, impacting its health system and economy.
Islamic State: Affiliated with ADF, adding to the complex security environment.
Aug 01, 2026 · 295 articles
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Uganda: Uganda>>> has reported confirmed Ebola cases linked to the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>>, leading to border closures and heightened surveillance efforts, while also expressing concern over the Uganda — Bundibugyo virus being named after one of its districts.
Islamic State: Militants linked to the Islamic State have conducted attacks in Ituri, exacerbating the security crisis and impeding humanitarian aid for the Ebola response.
May 18, 2026 · 505 articles
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Uganda: Uganda is affected by the Ebola outbreak as cases have spread across its border from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, increasing the risk of wider regional transmission.
Islamic State: The Islamic State group is mentioned as having links to some rebel and militant groups in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, contributing to the conflict that complicates Ebola response efforts.
May 18, 2026 · 535 articles
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Uganda: Contained imported cases and declared itself Ebola-free; remains at risk due to cross-border spread.
Islamic State: Islamic State-affiliated ADF is active in the region, contributing to insecurity that hampers the Ebola response.
Jul 06, 2026 · 410 articles
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Uganda: Confirmed 20 cases and 2 deaths; implementing cross-border surveillance and response measures.
Islamic State: Linked to ADF; indirect role via insecurity.
Mar 09, 2018 · 314 articles
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