Idris Elba Joins Famous Footballers in Ebola Fight

Africa United is a global team of football stars, celebrities, international health organizations and corporations committed to stopping the spread of Ebola in West Africa.

In a campaign video titled West Africa vs. Ebola, Idris Elba stars as a soccer coach giving a rousing and educational team talk to West Africa in preparation for its “life or death” game against Ebola. Elba explains the symptoms of Ebola and tactics for how to beat the virus, which includes spreading the word and working as a team.

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There is strength in unity. If we work as a team, #wecanbeatebola.

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