The Weight of a Name: Uganda's Unwelcome Connection to Ebola The recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has raised concerns about the virus spreading into neighboring countries, including Uganda.
While the Ugandan government and health authorities have assured the public that there is no Ebola in their country, some are pointing out an unfortunate connection between Uganda and the Bundibugyo virus.
The name "Bundibugyo" may be unfamiliar to many, but it has a significant history.