How did jimbo contract the virus in outbreak?

In the film "Outbreak," Jimbo contracts the virus, known as the Motaba virus, after coming into contact with an infected monkey that was smuggled into the United States. The monkey, which was part of a research project in Africa, carries the virus and bites Jimbo, leading to his infection. The rapid spread of the virus highlights the dangers of zoonotic diseases and the consequences of wildlife trafficking.