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Ebola is a highly infectious viral disease with a high fatality rate and very contagious. The virus spreads through contact with the bodily fluids of someone who is infected. The good news is that the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was declared over on 25 June 2020 thanks to diligent work by local heath authorities, the World Health Organisation and a highly effective vaccine. It is important to understand that the disease remains largely confined to the DRC and a few West African countries, and that no cases have occurred in any of the major safari-going countries of East and Southern Africa.

The latest worldwide outbreak of Covid-19 continues to unfold with dire consequences for communities everywhere, including Africa. Until a vaccine is found, I can only suggest that you avail yourself of the latest recommendations in terms of when and where you can travel.