No Confirmed Marburg Virus Disease Cases in Tanzania

The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) wishes to address recent concerns regarding a suspected Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak in the Kagera Region.

The Ministry of Health of the United Republic of Tanzania has issued a press release stating that while initial reports suggested a possible outbreak, laboratory tests have confirmed no cases of Marburg Virus Disease.

The Ministry has taken swift action, deploying a team of experts to investigate the situation and conduct thorough testing. They have also emphasized the strengthening of disease surveillance systems to ensure the prompt detection and response to any potential health threats.

TATO encourages all tourism stakeholders to rely on official information from the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO).

We remain committed to the safety and well-being of all visitors to Tanzania and will continue to monitor the situation closely.

For the latest updates and official information, please refer to the following sources:

• Ministry of Health of the United Republic of Tanzania
• World Health Organization (WHO)