Celebrating a wedding amid the Ebola outbreak: No kisses or close contact, but love lives here
Summary
A wedding was held in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo, during an Ebola outbreak. Local authorities limited the number of guests and enforced safety rules like social distancing to help stop the virus from spreading.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak in Congo began in May and has caused over 500 confirmed infections and 91 deaths.
- The virus involved is called the Bundibugyo virus, for which no approved vaccine or treatment exists.
- Local rules limited wedding guests from the planned 300 down to 50 people inside the church.
- Safety measures included no kisses, no close hugs, and keeping distance between attendees.
- Weddings in Congo are normally large, crowded, and long celebrations.
- The outbreak is focused in the eastern Ituri province, with Bunia as its capital.
- People were also asked to wash hands often and report any suspected Ebola cases quickly.
- Despite restrictions, couples including Jean Claude Érable and Solange Hahati held their wedding ceremonies with a few guests and church support.
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