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Advancing health through research, innovation, and collaboration. NIH Somalia is committed to strengthening public health by supporting high-quality scientific research, promoting evidence-based healthcare, building research capacity, and fostering partnerships that improve the health and well-being of all people in Somalia. Together, we are creating a healthier future through knowledge, integrity, and innovation.

Ebola Virus Disease is a serious health threat—but early reporting saves lives.

Ebola Virus Disease represents a persistent public health threat to both human and primate populations, with transmission driven by direct exposure to infectious bodily fluids and contaminated environmental surfaces. Recognizing the heightened risk posed by regional population mobility, Kenya remains on high alert. Our preparedness framework is anchored in early warning and rapid response—encompassing sentinel surveillance, infection prevention and control, advanced laboratory diagnostics, meticulous contact tracing, and culturally adapted risk communication—to ensure a resilient, agile, and community-centered defense against potential outbreaks.

WHO Ebola fact sheet

Ebola disease (EBOD) is a rare but severe illness in humans. It is often fatal. Caused by viruses that belong to the Orthoebolavirus genus of the filoviridae family...

Signs and Symptoms of Ebola Disease

Symptoms of Ebola disease may appear 2 to 21 days after contact with the virus. On average, people begin showing symptoms 8 to 10 days after exposure. At first, symptoms are generic and are known as "dry" symptoms.

Act Early. Protect Lives.

If you have symptoms of Ebola or believe you have been exposed,  call the Public Health Emergency.

Welcome to the National Institute of health - somalia

Dr. Hussein Abukar Muhidin has been appointed as the new Executive Director ofthe National Institutes ofHealth. He will be in charge ofthe institute’s mission to promote research and public health policies and procedures. The National Institutes of Health warmly welcomes him and looksforward to his leadership.

Our Department

Departments of the National
Institute of Health, Somalia

Dept. of Emergency, Preparedness, Resilience & Response

Public Health Laboratory Capacity Development

Dept. of Health Research

Field Epidemiology Capacity Development

Dept. of Port Health

Dept. of Health Training & Development

The First National Institute of Health Research Exhibition Program in Somalia

Ebola VD. Declaration Form

Scan or click the QR-code to complete the Ebola reporting form.

Ebola Alert

If you have symptoms of Ebola or believe you have been exposed, call the Public Health Emergency.
Call 995