Tanzania, June 22 -- As Tanzania remains free of Ebola cases, Africa has mobilized nearly Sh2.39 trillion in pledges to combat the rapidly expanding Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak, which has killed 204 people and infected 894 others in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda within a month of being declared a continental public health emergency.

Amid growing regional concern and intensified continental efforts to contain the outbreak, Tanzania has stepped up surveillance and preparedness measures to prevent the virus from crossing its borders. Screening and surveillance at border posts, airports and seaports have been intensified, alongside the issuance of guidelines to healthcare professionals and the public.

Health Minister Moham...