WHO Calls for Travel Restrictions on Ebola-Affected Countries to Be Lifted, Days After Canada’s Comes in Effect The World Health Organization is requesting countries to remove travel restrictions imposed on those coming from Ebola-affected countries. This plea follows Canada’s recent decision to halt visa approvals for Congolese nationals and implement a mandatory 21-day self-isolation period for travelers from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. Canadian officials stated that the safety of Canadians is their top priority and they will adjust their measures if necessary.

• The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging countries to remove travel restrictions on people from Ebola-affected nations.
• Canada recently stopped approving visas for Congolese nationals as a temporary measure to prevent the virus from entering the country.
• Canada also imposed a mandatory 21-day self-isolation period for individuals entering the country who have recently been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan.
• A spokesperson for the immigration minister stated that Canadian safety is the top priority and measures will be adapted as needed.