Deadly Marburg virus in Tanzania

Kenya and Uganda have increased surveillance on their border with Tanzania after Marburg virus killed five people in the neighbouring country.

High fever is a common symptom of the deadly Ebola-like virus, often followed by bleeding and organ failure.

Uganda has ordered immediate screening and testing at its southern border.

Kenya’s Health Director General Patrick Amoth has advised members of the public to report any unusual increase in people who have a high fever and recently travelled to Tanzania.

About 161 contacts have been traced and are being monitored and World Health Organization has praised Tanzania’s strategy.