Symptoms include fever, muscle pain, diarrhea, and vomiting, and in some cases, extreme bleeding can lead to death.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no specific treatment or vaccine for this virus, but various blood products, drugs and immunotherapies are being developed.
Rwanda says it is stepping up contact tracing, surveillance and testing to curb the spread.
Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant, wash their hands with clean water and soap or disinfectant, and report all suspected cases.
Neighboring Tanzania reported an outbreak in 2023, while Uganda recorded three deaths in 2017.
