Misinformation complicates Ebola efforts

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Efforts to contain Ebola outbreaks across parts of Africa are being undermined by misinformation and public mistrust, hampering health workers' ability to trace contacts and isolate cases. Kenyan President William Ruto is defending the country's preparedness measures, including a U.S.-backed quarantine facility designed to prevent the disease from spreading. The outbreak has exposed how rumors and false information circulate faster than accurate health messaging, creating barriers to an effective response. Meanwhile, a separate development shows African travelers are increasingly driving tourism growth on the continent, suggesting signs of economic resilience in the region.