The death of a 4-year-old from Ebola in Kampala has raised concerns about Uganda’s outbreak response.
The WHO confirmed the death, the second since late January, despite earlier optimism.
This fatality highlights potential gaps in surveillance and contact tracing.
The Sudan strain of Ebola, with no vaccine, complicates containment.
USAID funding cuts have hampered efforts, impacting crucial screening activities at borders.
Ugandan officials acknowledge funding challenges.
Ebola, a deadly hemorrhagic fever, spreads via bodily fluids.
The outbreak is part of a regional trend, with Tanzania and Rwanda also facing similar viral threats.
