COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the fact that the global infection situation is generally improving, and that G7 countries have already stopped designating levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information will be issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).
Aug. 24, 2022, midnight
On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).
July 25, 2022, midnight
On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.
July 1, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
May 26, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
April 1, 2022, midnight
The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.
Nov. 29, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.
Aug. 13, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
May 18, 2021, midnight
Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".
Oct. 30, 2020, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
Local and national news
Information for the past 30 days.
Alert regarding chikungunya fever
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Chikungunya fever, which causes symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and rash, is prevalent in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
● Chikungunya fever is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the chikungunya virus, so in the above areas please be sure to take the preventive measures described below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Zika virus infection alert (updated)
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● The number of cases of Zika virus infection, which causes symptoms such as fever and rash and can result in congenital disorders such as microcephaly in fetuses, has decreased globally since 2017, but infections continue to occur, albeit in small numbers, in Latin America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.
● Zika virus infection is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the virus, so if you are in the above areas, please be sure to take the preventive measures listed below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Marburg virus outbreak in Ethiopia
Nov. 18, 2025, midnight Spotting information (infectious diseases)
● On November 14, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa announced that the Ethiopian Ministry of Health had confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease, a highly dangerous viral hemorrhagic fever, in Jinka town, Southern Ethiopia.
● Marburg virus disease is primarily transmitted through contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person (blood, secretions, vomit, and excrement). Avoid approaching areas where there are cases of infection and avoid contact with infected or suspected infected people.
● Please refrain from traveling to the Southern Ethiopia Region in southern Ethiopia (including the tourist destination of Arba Minch).
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
[Warning] Nighttime curfew imposed in Gambella City, Gambella Region
Dec. 12, 2025, 12:15 a.m.
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1. On December 9, following attacks on civilians by armed groups, the Gambella city authorities imposed a curfew in consideration of the security situation.
2. The ban restricts the movement of vehicles and people after 7 p.m.
3. Those staying in the state are asked to make efforts to gather the latest information, comply with the prohibition order, and avoid going out at night.
4. If you become a victim of a crime, please contact the following immediately.
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Embassy of Japan in Ethiopia
POBOX5650, Bole Sub-city Woreda6, House No.431, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
E-mail: japan-embassy@ad.mofa.go.jp (Embassy representative)
E-mail: ryoji@ad.mofa.go.jp (Security Consular Team Representative)
Tel: 011-667-1166 (embassy main phone number)
HP: https://www.et.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
<Emergency Contact>
Consular Security Section: +251-911-200-721 or +251-911-216-773
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Caution from the end of the year to the following year
Dec. 9, 2025, 3:15 p.m.
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1. Preparation for general crimes
(1) If possible, please avoid walking and travel by car. In particular, please refrain from walking at night or early in the morning.
(2) When going out or going to bed, be sure to lock the door even if you are on a high floor.
(3) When going out, please take measures to prevent becoming a victim of crime and to minimize damage if you are a victim of crime, such as attaching valuables such as cell phones and wallets to your clothing or body with straps or chains, wearing a jacket to hide your belongings, and limiting your luggage to the bare minimum.
(4) If you are the victim of a crime such as robbery, put your physical safety first and never resist.
(5) If you are a victim of theft, in order to prevent secondary damage, immediately take steps to suspend the use of your credit card, etc., and report the incident to the police.
2. Preparations against terrorism
(1) Avoid going near security agencies and government facilities, which are likely to be targets of terrorism. When visiting places where many people gather, such as churches and hotels, try to keep your stay as short as possible, and if you notice any suspicious people or situations, leave the area immediately.
(2) If you are ever caught up in a terrorist attack, please remain calm and follow any instructions from local authorities while making sure to leave the scene as quickly as possible.
(3) Please make an effort to obtain the latest information and make use of the various information provided by the embassy.
3. If you are planning to travel to a third country over the New Year holidays, please consider registering for Tabi-Regi, which will enable you to receive safety information and other information issued by the embassy (consulate) of the country you are traveling to.
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Embassy of Japan in Ethiopia
POBOX5650, Bole Sub-city Woreda6, House No.431, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
E-mail: japan-embassy@ad.mofa.go.jp (Embassy representative)
E-mail: ryoji@ad.mofa.go.jp (Security Consular Team Representative)
Tel: 011-667-1166 (embassy main phone number)
HP: https://www.et.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_ja/index.html
<Emergency Contact>
Consular Security Section: +251-911-200-721 or +251-911-216-773
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