Outbreak Updates
17 November 2025
Ethiopia +
Jinka
Marburg virus disease in Ethiopia
On 14 November 2025, an outbreak of Marburg virus disease was reported in Jinka Town, South Ethiopia Regional State. A total of nine suspected cases and six deaths have been reported, including two fatal cases in health workers. This is the first Marburg virus disease outbreak reported in Ethiopia. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Marburg virus disease.
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