PSC/PR/COMM.(CDLXXXI) 6. Also reiterates that it is the Ebola epidemic which needs to be isolated rather than the people of the affected countries. In this regard, Council, once again, deplores the continued stigmatization, discrimination and isolation of both the people and the countries most affected, including by some of the AU partners. In this context, Council, once again, reiterates its call on AU Member States, which have not yet done so, to fully comply with the decision that was adopted by the 16th Extraordinary Session of the Executive Council, held in Addis Ababa, on 8 September 2014, regarding the opening of borders and resumption of flights to the affected countries. Council also appeals to the AU partners to also assist in this fight against stigmatization and discrimination of people from the countries most affected by the epidemic; 7. Further urges the communities affected by the Ebola epidemic to renounce cultural practices that are counter-productive to the fight against the Ebola epidemic and to guarantee the safety and security of healthcare personnel deployed in the affected areas; 8. Council decides to extend the mandate of ASEOWA by another six months; and 9. Council agrees to remain seized of the matter and to continue receiving periodic briefings and reports from the Commission.