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Notice on Heightened Screening at all Points of Entry Following Ebola Outbreak in the DRC and Uganda

In response to the recent Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreaks reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda, the Ministry of Health wishes to inform the public, travelers, and all stakeholders, that Botswana has intensified screening protocols at all Points of Entry (PoEs), including airports and land borders.This precautionary measure is being implemented to protect the health and safety of all citizens and residents of Botswana, as well as to prevent the importation of the virus. The intervention will also help ensure early detection and containment of any potential cases.

Key measures that are now in effect include the following

1. Health Screening: All incoming travelers will undergo temperature checks and symptom screening for Ebola-related signs (fever, headache, muscle pain, weakness, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and unexplained bleeding) at all PoEs.

2. Travel History Questionnaires: Travelers will be required to provide details of their recent travel history, particularly if they have visited the DRC, Uganda, or any other Ebola-affected area within the past 21 days.

3. Isolation and Referral: Any traveler presenting symptoms consistent with EVD or reporting high-risk contact will be immediately isolated and transported to designated health facilities for further assessment, testing, and management.

4. Health Declaration Forms:All passengers arriving via air travel will be required to complete and submit health declaration forms before disembarkation.

Further, the Ministry strongly advises the public to:

• Avoid non-essential travel to Ebola-affected regions (DRC, Uganda).

• Practice strict hygiene: Wash hands frequently with soap and clean water or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

• Avoid contactwith individuals showing signs of illness, especially fever, vomiting, or bleeding.

• Report any suspicious illnessimmediately to the nearest health facility or call the Ministry's toll-free hotline: 16649

All travelers entering Botswana are required to cooperate fully with health officials at PoEs. Failure to comply may result in denial of entry, quarantine, or legal action as provided for under the Public Health Act.

Customers travelling to Zanzibar, Tanzania, are advised to take note of a Travel Advisory issued by the Zanzibar Ministry of Health, effective from 21 May 2026. This follows the recent Ebola virus outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda and applies at all ports of entry, including airports and seaports.
In line with this advisory, the following mandatory measures will apply:

Key Requirements:

- Passengers must complete the mandatory online health form prior to departure: https://healthtravelznz.mohz.go.tz/traveller/
- On arrival, passengers are required to complete a Traveller Surveillance Form (TSF) at immigration to support contact tracing efforts.
- Airport staff will receive training on Ebola awareness, including transmission, symptoms, and preventive measures.
- Hand sanitiser will be available at key passenger touchpoints, including check-in counters, lounges, boarding gates, and arrivals areas.
- Frontline staff in direct contact with passengers will be equipped with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including masks.
For full details, customers are encouraged to refer to the official Zanzibar Ministry of Health Travel Advisory.

Passengers traveling to Zimbabwe are now required to complete arrival forms online before departure, as paper forms are no longer in use. While iPads are provided at immigration in Zimbabwe for this purpose, completing the form on arrival may result in delays. To ensure a smoother and quicker journey through immigration, we recommend completing your form in advance by going to https://evisa.gov.zw/app/index.html

Passengers with special requests are required to confirm their requests for assistance 72 hours before the flight, subject to availability.

All international customers are urged to book one (1) single ticket with through-fares, as opposed to booking separate tickets to avoid flight delays. Please note that it is essential to read the fare rules.