At least 189 children have now died in the latest Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with thousands more living with fear […]
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News Analysis: Ebola outbreak in Africa claims over 1,000 lives as officials warn of worsening crisis
The ongoing Ebola outbreak has claimed more than 1,000 lives in Africa, with health officials warning of an even bleaker outlook if urgent action is […]
Africa CDC renews appeal for 1.4 bln USD to contain Ebola outbreak
The Africa Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has reiterated its appeal to African leaders and international partners to raise at least 1.4 […]
Uganda begins countdown to end of Ebola outbreak
The 42-day countdown, equivalent to two maximum incubation periods for Bundibugyo virus disease, is the established phase before an outbreak can be declared over, provided […]
21 days in quarantine! – WFP-supported health centre in Goma supports isolation process for 87 people amid Ebola outbreak
A Caritas-World Food Programme (WFP) health centre has been launched in Goma to shelter and monitor 87 people from high-risk areas placed under precautionary quarantine […]
‘More and more people will be declared recovered’ – DRC health minister confirms 225 active Ebola cases, with five patients moving toward recovery
Minister of public health, hygiene, and social welfare for the Democratic Republic of Congo Roger Kamba, during a press conference on Friday, confirmed 225 active […]
Border lockdown – Uganda shuts Kasindi-Lubiriha crossing with DRC as Ebola outbreak spreads
Ugandan authorities closed the Kasindi-Lubiriha border crossing with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), along with the adjoining cross-border market, amid an Ebola outbreak. Footage […]