Overview
- The outbreak, first confirmed on November 14, 2025 in South Ethiopia, was contained in under three months through a government-led response.
- Authorities recorded 14 confirmed cases with nine deaths and five recoveries, alongside five probable deaths reported by national officials.
- Transmission affected Jinka, Malle, Arba Minch and Hawassa, with 857 contacts identified and monitored for 21 days.
- Three health workers were infected, two of whom died, reinforcing the need for rigorous infection prevention and control in health facilities.
- WHO activated emergency mechanisms within 24 hours, deployed 36 experts and repurposed 28 staff, and delivered diagnostics, clinical supplies and logistics support.