Ebola: Ghana to Monitor travellers from affected countries for 21 days
The Ministry of Health has announced new screening and monitoring measures for passengers arriving at Ghana’s international airports amid an ongoing outbreak of Ebola Disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus in some African countries.
The Ghanaian Ministry of Health has implemented new Ebola screening protocols at all international airports, requiring travelers from countries with active Ebola transmission to undergo health monitoring for up to 21 days upon arrival. The measures, announced on November 3, 2026, by Minister of Health Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, are precautionary, as Ghana has not yet confirmed any Ebola cases.
Passengers will undergo non-contact temperature checks, review health declaration forms, and disclose travel histories and potential contact with Ebola-affected areas or individuals. Those exhibiting symptoms of Ebola, such as fever, weakness, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, or unexplained bleeding, are advised to postpone travel and seek medical attention.
The Ghana Health Service will monitor and follow up on passengers from affected regions for up to 21 days. Hotels and other hospitality venues must report such guests to the nearest district health directorate. The measure aligns with broader efforts to strengthen border surveillance and preparedness, as agreed upon at a recent Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) ministerial meeting.
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