In response to the outbreak, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) pledged support by deploying a team of twelve public health experts and committing $2 million for immediate response measures.

The WHO is collaborating with Tanzanian health authorities to enhance outbreak control measures and raise public awareness to prevent further spread.

WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus assessed the global risk from this outbreak as low, emphasizing the potential for quick containment.

President Hassan reassured both the public and the international community about Tanzania's commitment to combating the Marburg virus disease.

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan confirmed a Marburg virus outbreak in the Kagera region, with one positive case reported recently.

The World Health Organization (WHO) first suspected the outbreak after reports of eight deaths in the region, prompting further investigation.

The cause of the eight reported deaths remains unknown, leading health authorities to closely monitor suspected cases in Biharamulo and Muleba districts.

Twenty-five other samples from suspected patients tested negative for the virus and other illnesses, indicating a need for ongoing vigilance.

Dr. Tedros highlighted the importance of collaboration to protect the health of Tanzanians and the surrounding region from the Marburg virus.

Marburg virus is highly infectious and often fatal, transmitted to humans from fruit bats and spreads through direct contact with infected bodily fluids.

The Tanzanian government has increased efforts to contain the outbreak by improving case detection, setting up treatment centers, and deploying national response teams.

Globally, the risk from the Marburg virus is considered low, with no international cases reported and a lower transmission risk compared to more contagious diseases.