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jns.orgworld5 hrs ago
DRC Hospital Staff Strike Over Unpaid Wages; Ebola Reaches Two New Provinces
Workers at Rwampara General Hospital walked off the job Monday over two months of unpaid wages. The action coincides with confirmation that the virus has reached Haut-Uele and Tshopo provinces.
Abc Newsscience3 days ago
Ebola cases in DRC reach 1,759 with 600 deaths as virus spreads to Uganda
The Bundibugyo variant has now reached additional provinces and crossed into Uganda. Government data show continued growth nearly two months after the first confirmed case.
jns.orgworld5 days ago
DRC Ebola Outbreak Hits 1,561 Cases and 506 Deaths as of July 4
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak declared in May continues to expand in eastern DRC. Testing capacity has risen sharply while treatment centers reach capacity limits.
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world10 days ago
DRC Begins Trial of Two Experimental Ebola Treatments
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have started a clinical trial of two experimental Ebola drugs while the outbreak continues to expand in the northeast. The study tests monoclonal antibody MBP134 and antiviral remdesivir against the Bundibugyo strain.
abcnews.go.comworld10 days agoUpdated
DRC Begins Trial of Experimental Ebola Treatments as Outbreak Spreads
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have started a clinical trial of two experimental Ebola therapies while the outbreak centered in Ituri province continues to expand. The study is testing a monoclonal antibody and an antiviral drug against the Bundibugyo stra…
France 24world17 days ago
DRC Ebola Outbreak Reaches One Month Mark with 1,000 Confirmed Cases
The Democratic Republic of the Congo marked more than a month since its Ebola outbreak was declared on May 17. Fourteen patients have recovered in Mongbwalu while contact tracing covers only 40 percent of known exposures.
jns.orgscience17 days ago
300 Ebola patients missing in DRC as cases rise
Health officials report 1,118 confirmed Ebola cases and 291 deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Projections estimate up to 8,210 cases and 1,420 deaths by mid-September if current trends continue.
The Independentworld17 days ago
Ebola outbreak in DRC reaches over 1,000 cases with risk of spread to South Sudan
The outbreak declared on May 15 has recorded the highest number of confirmed cases in its first month of any Ebola outbreak in Africa. Modelling shows nearly 70 percent chance of a case reaching South Sudan within 12 weeks.
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Families Remove Suspected Ebola Patients From DRC Quarantine Site
Relatives entered a treatment facility in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and took patients out minutes after the health minister's visit. Health authorities have not confirmed any injuries or further spread.
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The Independentscience24 days ago
Pregnant Women in DRC Avoid Hospitals as Ebola Cases Reach 894
Maternal deaths in Ituri province rose to seven in one week from two last year. Health workers link the increase to fear of Ebola infection at clinics.
info.gov.hkscience25 days ago
CDC Allocates $107 Million for Ebola Response in DRC and Uganda
The CDC will use emergency funds to support outbreak control in two African countries while the U.S. co-hosts the FIFA World Cup.
english.radio.czworld27 days ago
American Doctor Treated for Ebola and Family Return to U.S. as DRC Reports 192 Deaths
Dr. Peter Stafford and his family arrived safely in the United States on Monday after treatment in Germany. The doctor had tested positive while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
ABC Newsworld28 days ago
DRC Records 72 New Ebola Cases in One Day as Two New Areas Affected
Health officials recorded 29 deaths on June 13 as the outbreak marked its one-month point. The U.S. State Department pledged an additional $50 million for vaccines against the Bundibugyo strain.
citizen.co.zaworld28 days ago
DRC Displacement Camp Lacks Water and Sanitation
Residents at the Kigonze camp near Bunia report dry water taps and damaged latrines while health officials warn of Ebola risk. The camp houses at least 11,700 displaced people with no confirmed cases so far.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewscience29 days ago
Ebola outbreaks confirmed in DRC and Uganda; no vaccine or treatment available
WHO is scaling up surveillance, contact tracing and clinical support in both countries after Bundibugyo virus cases were confirmed last month.
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The Independentscience30 days ago
DRC and Uganda report 695 confirmed Bundibugyo virus cases and 138 deaths as of mid-June 2026
The Democratic Republic of the Congo reported 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths as of 10 June 2026. Uganda recorded 19 confirmed cases and two deaths as of 11 June.
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Statscience30 days ago
WHO Director-General Reports Ebola Outbreak Concerns After DRC Visit
The World Health Organization director-general described conditions observed during a second visit to the Ebola outbreak zone. At least 708 confirmed cases and 141 deaths have been recorded across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
citizen.co.zaworld32 days ago
M23 Expands Control in Eastern Congo as Human Rights Watch Reports Forced Recruitment
The Rwanda-backed M23 group has forcibly recruited thousands in eastern DRC and held them in inhumane conditions, according to Human Rights Watch. The group has seized large areas since re-emerging in 2021.
Nprscience33 days ago
DRC Expands Ebola PCR Testing Capacity as Outbreak Grows, but Gap Remains
The Democratic Republic of Congo has expanded PCR testing for Ebola, yet officials say the gains may fall short as cases rise and no approved rapid tests exist.
finance.yahoo.combusiness34 days ago
DRC Cobalt Quota System Drives Prices From $21k to $56k Amid IMF Demand Slowdown Warning
Kinshasa replaced open-ended exports with controlled allocations after a temporary ban. Revenues are projected at $2.3 billion this year versus $617 million without intervention.
rte.ieworld34 days ago
Ebola Cases in Congo Pass 500; Uganda to Open Treatment Centers Across the Border
Uganda will open four health facilities inside the Democratic Republic of Congo to contain a Bundibugyo-strain Ebola outbreak that has killed 88 people in DRC and spread across the border.
Abc Newsworld37 days ago
Ebola Response Sees Faster Testing and Rising Recoveries in Eastern DRC Despite Security Threats and Rising Regional Cases
Health workers were forced out of one village after threats while contact tracing improved to 45 percent. A new continental plan seeks $518 million over six months.
abcnews.go.comworld40 days ago
DRC Ebola Outbreak Began in January; Rapid Response Identified Strain, Cut Suspect Cases
The Bundibugyo strain has caused 344 confirmed cases and 60 deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since mid-May. The World Health Organization head said the virus likely began spreading months earlier and called for the removal of blanket travel restrictions that are slo…
science41 days ago
Ebola Response Expands in Eastern DRC Despite Equipment and Tracing Challenges
Dr. Abdou Sebushishe of the International Medical Corps told CNN that efforts to contain the outbreak are growing while protective gear, contact tracing, and public trust remain limited.
indiatoday.intoday.inscience41 days ago
Ebola Cases in Central Africa Exceed 1,000 Suspected Infections
A new Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has produced more than 1,000 suspected cases centered in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Health authorities report 223 suspected deaths in the DRC and seven confirmed cases in Uganda.
deccanchronicle.comworld42 days ago
43 Dead as Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak Declared Public Health Emergency of International Concern
The World Health Organization reported five recoveries from the Bundibugyo strain during a visit to Bunia. The outbreak spanning DRC and Uganda has recorded 263 confirmed cases and 43 deaths.
asiaone.comscience42 days ago
Bundibugyo Ebola Strain Shows High Survival Rate in DRC; Suspected Cases in Brazil, Italy Test Negative
Four nurses and one laboratory worker have recovered from Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Suspected cases linked to travel from affected countries are under investigation in Brazil and Italy.
The Sydney Morning Heraldscience42 days ago
Brazil, Italy and Kenya Investigate Possible Ebola Links After Travelers Return from DRC and Uganda
Health authorities in Brazil and Italy are investigating suspected Ebola cases in travelers returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The WHO declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern last month.
order-order.comworld43 days ago
WHO Director General Appeals for Community Cooperation to Contain DRC Ebola Outbreak
The World Health Organization director general called for local involvement during a visit to eastern Congo. Protests over body-handling rules have led to attacks on health centers. The agency recorded 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths.
Los Angeles Timesworld44 days ago
DRC Reports 225 Confirmed Ebola Cases as It Battles 17th Outbreak
Congolese authorities reported 225 confirmed cases on Friday, nearly double the total recorded two days earlier. The Bundibugyo virus has spread to North Kivu and South Kivu provinces amid attacks on health teams.
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DRC Reports 906 Suspected Ebola Cases as Containment Window Begins
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have recorded 906 suspected Ebola cases and 223 suspected deaths. The World Health Organization has confirmed 134 cases and 18 deaths across the DRC and Uganda as of May 30.
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DRC Reports 134 Ebola Cases and 18 Deaths in Latest Outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo has recorded 134 confirmed Ebola cases and 18 deaths since the outbreak began 14 days ago. Officials are monitoring more than 2,600 contacts and treating 125 patients while working to counter misinformation.
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medpagetoday.comworld44 days ago
U.S. Provides Over $162 Million in Ebola Response Funding for DRC and Uganda
The Department of State announced on May 29 that its assistance to combat the Ebola outbreak has exceeded $162 million. Coordinated travel measures with Mexico and Canada were also issued on May 28.
rte.iepolitics45 days agoUpdated
Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak in DRC Kills 10, 1 Recovers
The World Health Organization reports a 30-50% death rate among confirmed cases and more than 1,000 total infections. Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Kinshasa on Thursday to coordinate the response.
The Guardianworld45 days ago
Ebola Outbreak in DRC Kills 10 as WHO Chief Visits
World Health Organization director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to support containment of a new Ebola outbreak. The agency revised the death rate to 30-50% based on confirmed cases and recorded 10 confirmed and 223 suspected d…
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The Guardianscience45 days ago
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern DRC Kills at Least 240 Since Early May
The virus has spread from Ituri province into other eastern DRC regions and Uganda. Health workers report reduced international aid and limited local resources as they attempt to contain transmission.
rte.ieworld47 days ago
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern DR Congo Kills Over 1,800 as Conflict Hinders Containment
The head of the World Health Organization urged an immediate ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo to allow Ebola containment efforts to catch up with a fast-moving outbreak. Uganda closed its border with the DRC in response to the health emergency.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld48 days ago
IRC Reports Ebola Cases in DRC and Uganda
The International Rescue Committee stated Tuesday that the current Ebola outbreak is spreading faster than containment efforts. The group cited over 900 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
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The Guardianworld48 days ago
WHO Says Ebola Outbreak in DRC Exceeds Response Capacity
The World Health Organization said the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading faster than containment measures. At least 220 suspected deaths have been reported, and neighboring countries face elevated risk.
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The Guardianworld49 days ago
Ebola Cases, Deaths Rise in DRC as WHO Accelerates International Response
The World Health Organization reported that the Ebola outbreak centered in Ituri province has exceeded 900 suspected cases and 220 deaths. Attacks on treatment centers have disrupted response operations while cases have spread to Uganda.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewscience50 days ago
Ebola Outbreak Declared in DRC and Uganda, WHO Issues Global Alert
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have confirmed an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. The World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern on 16 May 2026.
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Euronewsworld51 days ago
Red Cross Says Three Volunteers Died From Suspected Ebola in DR Congo
Three Red Cross volunteers died in May after contracting suspected Ebola while managing bodies in Ituri province on March 27. The outbreak has produced 82 confirmed cases and seven confirmed deaths in the DRC, with Uganda reporting five total cases.
Le Mondeworld52 days ago
DRC Reports New Ebola Outbreak, WHO Declares Emergency
The Democratic Republic of the Congo recorded its 17th Ebola outbreak since 1976. The World Health Organization declared an international public health emergency on May 17, 2026.
Le Mondeworld52 days ago
Ebola Outbreak in Eastern DRC Grows to Nearly 600 Cases
The World Health Organization reported 139 suspected deaths and nearly 600 probable cases in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo five days after the first infections were confirmed on May 15. Researchers face several unknowns about the outbreak's start date and the Bundibugyo st…
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news.google.comscience53 days ago
CDC Temporarily Restricts Entry for Some Travelers from Three African Countries
The CDC has issued a temporary order barring certain non-U.S. citizens who were recently in the DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan from entering the United States. U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawful permanent residents may still enter but will face enhanced screening.
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koreaboo.comworld53 days ago
U.S. Travel Ban on Visitors from DRC, Uganda and South Sudan Takes Effect
The United States has implemented a travel restriction for non-citizens who have visited the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda or South Sudan within the past 21 days. The measure follows the declaration of an Ebola outbreak as a public health emergency of international con…
abcnews.go.comscience53 days ago
Ebola Outbreak in DRC Linked to Wildlife Contact in Border Region
The latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 51 confirmed cases and 139 suspected deaths. Researcher James Baguma links the risk to close human-wildlife interactions and cross-border movement.
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thehindu.comworld55 days ago
Ghana Strengthens Border Screening After Ebola Outbreaks in Uganda and DRC
Ghanaian health authorities have activated nationwide precautionary measures after Ebola outbreaks were confirmed in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. No suspected or confirmed cases have been recorded in Ghana.
brobible.comworld55 days ago
EAC Urges Heightened Surveillance After Ebola Outbreak Confirmed in DRC
The East African Community has asked partner states to increase border screening and emergency readiness after a new Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak was confirmed in eastern DRC on 15 May 2026. Two linked cases have been recorded in Uganda, including one death in Kampala.
680news.comworld56 days ago
Gulf Sovereign Wealth Funds Invest in DRC Critical Minerals
Gulf sovereign wealth funds from the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia have committed capital to mining projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The investments occur alongside U.S. and Chinese efforts to secure supplies of copper, cobalt, and other minerals used…
winnipegfreepress.comscience57 days ago
Americans in DRC Reported Exposed to Suspected Ebola Cases
Several Americans in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are believed to have had exposure to suspected Ebola cases, with at least one possibly showing symptoms. U.S. officials are reportedly arranging transport for quarantine and care, though test results remain unavailable.
Statscience57 days ago
U.S. Government Assessing Americans Exposed to Ebola in DRC Outbreak
A number of Americans in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are believed to have had exposure to suspected Ebola cases. U.S. officials are working to arrange transport for possible quarantine and care.
thehindu.comscience57 days ago
CDC Supports Ebola Response in DRC and Uganda After Outbreak Confirmation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has mobilized support for Ebola response activities in Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Uganda. Officials reported 10 confirmed cases and 336 suspected cases in the DRC along with 2 confirmed cases in Uganda.
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Al Jazeerascience57 days ago
DRC Reports New Ebola Outbreak in Ituri Province
Health officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Ituri Province. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain and has led to at least 88 deaths among more than 300 suspected cases.
sluggerotoole.comscience57 days ago
WHO Declares Ebola Disease Outbreak in DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency
The World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern on 16 May 2026 after confirming Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The outbreak has produced 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths as of 15 May.
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citizen.co.zaworld59 days ago
DRC Reports 65 Deaths Amid Suspected Ebola Outbreak in Ituri Province, 4 Confirmed
African public health officials disclosed a major Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo on May 15, 2026, with only four deaths confirmed by laboratory tests. The size of the outbreak in Ituri province has surprised global health experts given the country's experi…
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france24.comworld61 days ago
DRC Presidential Guard Detains Nyota TV Journalist After Kolwezi Mining Erosion Report
Camera operator Stéphane Shisso has been held for more than four months without charge or court appearance following a report on mining-induced erosion in Kolwezi. His colleague Guelord Shamba remains in hiding. AllAfrica reported the details, citing the Committee to Protect Jour…
Al Jazeeraworld64 days ago
At Least 69 Killed in Clashes Between CODECO and CRP Militias in DRC's Ituri Province
Armed men affiliated with the CODECO coalition carried out retaliatory strikes in several villages on April 28, following an assault by the CRP group on Congolese army positions. Security officials and civil society leaders reported more than 70 deaths, with bodies still unrecove…
france24.compolitics67 days agoUpdated
DRC President Says He Is Open to Third Term After Referendum
Félix Tshisekedi said he would accept a third term if the people want it following a constitutional referendum. A French court ordered the resumption of an investigation into accusations that the widow of Rwanda's ex-president was involved in the 1994 genocide. New allegations of…
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DRC Cobalt Miners Cut Output and Shift to Copper as Prices Reach Nine-Year Low
Producers in the Democratic Republic of Congo are reducing cobalt production amid oversupply and shifting investments to copper, where demand is surging. The government has replaced a 2025 export ban with strict quotas of 96,600 tonnes annually for 2026 and 2027. Glencore reporte…
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