Ebola outbreak: Ghana introduces airport screening, 21-day monitoring for travellers
The Ministry of Health, through the Ghana Health Service (GHS), has introduced enhanced screening and monitoring measures for passengers arriving at all international airports as part of efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola into the country. The move follows an outbreak of the disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus in parts of Africa. In […]
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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