Experts note that the Ebola Bundibugyo virus has a mortality rate between 20% and 30%. This rate is significantly lower than that of the Zaire strain. The start of the World Cup is coinciding with ongoing restrictions for foreigners due to Ebola concerns.

Further information on the current situation and the restrictions in place can be found in La Opinión, which is providing coverage of the developments related to Ebola and the World Cup.