He said WHO was closely monitoring the situation and would verify any travel or trade measures introduced in response to the outbreak.
The advice came after Kenya confirmed its first imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease involving a patient who had travelled from the DRC through Uganda.
WHO Helps Trace Contacts
WHO is supporting health authorities in Kenya, Uganda and the DRC with contact tracing, surveillance, screening and other response activities.
Kenyan officials are working to identify people who may have interacted with the patient, including family members, healthcare workers and passengers who travelled on the same flight.
The patient had lived and worked in the DRC for seven years before falling ill and receiving treatment at several health facilities.
He later travelled by road through Uganda before flying to Nairobi, where he was taken to hospital and isolated.
The patient later died from the disease, prompting increased surveillance and contact-tracing efforts.
Ruto Orders Wider Response
President William Ruto directed government agencies to trace people who may have been exposed and strengthen measures against possible transmission.
Health authorities have also continued screening at key points of entry as Kenya monitors the situation.
WHO has urged the public to remain alert while avoiding unnecessary panic, noting that Ebola spreads mainly through direct contact with infected blood or other body fluids.
People who develop symptoms after possible exposure have been advised to avoid contact with others and seek medical attention immediately.
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