Ethiopia has confirmed its first outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus, with nine cases detected in the southern Omo region. The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus commended Ethiopia’s rapid response, noting that authorities are working diligently to contain the outbreak. The virus, part of the same family as Ebola, causes severe hemorrhagic fever and has a high fatality rate. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes Marburg as a rare but deadly disease transmitted through contact with infected bodily fluids or contaminated materials. There is currently no specific treatment or vaccine, and care focuses on supportive therapy. The outbreak’s proximity to South Sudan has raised regional concerns due to weaker health systems nearby. WHO and Africa CDC are assisting Ethiopia with patient care, contact tracing, and border surveillance to prevent further spread. Health officials urge the public to remain calm and follow medical guidance.