Bush meat Bushmeat is considered as a major cause for the transmission of the ebola virus to humans. Photo Jacques Rosseel

Killed cephaloph The ebola virus was found in some herbivore mammals such as this cephaloph. Photo Alain Pénelon.

Personal belongings saved from fire In this society where the deceased’s favourite belongings are placed at the head of the tomb, the incineration of the personal belongings of the victims of the disease is avoided and replaced by their burial in the tomb or the coffin.

Disinfection underway Careful disinfection of vertical posts and door frames, where people commonly leave their nasal excretions and other body fluids.

Demonstration of disinfectant spraying Attempt to encourage the systematic practice of chlorinated disinfectant spraying of the hands and feet of funeral participants.