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Democratic Republic of Congo

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At Least 20 Killed in Jihadist Attacks in Eastern DR Congo

Three attacks by suspected jihadist fighters in North Kivu’s Beni territory and Mangina have resulted in at least 20 deaths this week.

Jul 17, 2026, 6:50 AM Africanews

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in Druid Hills CDP in unincorporated DeKalb County, Georgia (now annexed into Atlanta) as seen from Emory University

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Africa CDC Warns Ebola Outbreak in DRC Is Spiralling Out of Control

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces its deadliest Ebola outbreak yet, with over 1,700 deaths in 14 weeks and widespread community transmission undermining containment efforts.

Africanews | Aug 5, 2026, 10:20 AM

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Ebola Deaths Surpass 1,700 in Eastern Congo Amid Tracking Challenges

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has resulted in over 1,700 deaths, with health officials facing difficulties in tracking and controlling the virus.

The Hill | Aug 5, 2026, 1:31 AM

World Health Organisation headquarters, Geneva, north and west sides.

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New Ebola Vaccine Trial Begins Amid Rising Outbreak in DR Congo

The World Health Organization reports progress toward the first vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo Ebola species as cases surge in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Aug 4, 2026, 8:26 PM

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DR Congo to Open Largest Ebola Treatment Centre in Bunia Amid Accelerating Outbreak

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is set to open its largest Ebola treatment centre in Bunia as the epidemic spreads rapidly, with WHO urging stronger public health measures.

Africanews | Aug 4, 2026, 3:55 PM

"Beautiful....But Deadly": Colorized scanning electron micrograph of Ebola virus particles (green) found both as extracellular particles and budding particles from a chronically-infected African Green Monkey Kidney cell (blue); 20,000x magnification. JPEG version .

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New UN-Backed Centres Open Amid Record Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces its largest Ebola outbreak as cases surge, prompting the opening of new treatment centres supported by the UN.

UN News | Aug 3, 2026, 5:50 PM

Waterfall in the Virunga National Park. The Virunga National Park (formerly Albert National Park) lies from the Virunga Mountains, to the Rwenzori Mountains, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, bordering Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda and Rwenzori Mountains National Park in Uganda.

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Virunga National Park Strengthens Measures to Protect People and Gorillas from Ebola in Eastern DRC

Virunga National Park implements health checkpoints and surveillance to contain the Ebola outbreak and safeguard endangered mountain gorillas amid rising cases in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 4:33 AM

"This photograph showed Sister Marietta as she walked among the grave sites of her colleagues that had perished during the Zaire (now known as the Democratic Republic of the Congo) Ebola outbreak of August, 1976. The Flemish nuns, and the African hospital Staff of a Yambuku, Zairian mission hospital treated the first known patient of one of the world’s deadliest diseases, Ebola hemorrhagic fever (Ebola HF). The virus traveled quickly, and a large number of the mission members and patients died in the fall of 1976."

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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Becomes World’s Second Largest

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces its fastest spreading Ebola epidemic, surpassing previous records and prompting urgent calls for increased global attention and funding.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 6:42 PM

This is a high-resolution image of the United States Declaration of Independence ( article - text ). This image is a version of the 1823 William Stone facsimile — Stone may well have used a wet pressing process (that removed ink from the original document onto a contact sheet for the purpose of making the engraving).

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Ben Affleck and Jeopardy! Champion Win $1 Million for Charity on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire

Actor Ben Affleck and Jeopardy! champion Jamie Ding secured the top prize on Celebrity Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, donating the winnings to support community-led initiatives in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 12:45 AM

Reading space 1 at Bundibugyo Community Library, Bundibugyo Central, Bundibugyo district. This image was obtained under the project Ugandan Libraries Geo Quest by Wikimedia Community User Group and COLAU

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Congo’s Ebola Death Toll Surpasses 1,500 Amid Struggles to Contain Outbreak

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces a growing Ebola crisis with over 1,500 deaths and no vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain, while international efforts are hampered by conflict and infrastructure challenges.

Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 8:18 PM

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Ebola Death Toll Surpasses 1,500 in Congo’s Fastest-Growing Outbreak

Eastern Congo faces a rapid increase in Ebola cases linked to the Bundibugyo virus, with response efforts challenged by security issues.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 30, 2026, 1:55 PM

The United Nations Security Council Chamber in New York, also known as the Norwegian Room

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Hunger Undermines Ebola Response as Cases Surpass 3,200 in DR Congo

The UN World Food Programme calls for urgent funding to address worsening food insecurity that hampers efforts to control the fastest growing Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Jul 29, 2026, 7:56 PM

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Uganda Declares End to Ebola Outbreak Amid Ongoing Crisis in DRC

Ugandan Health Minister announces successful completion of monitoring period with no new cases, while Ebola infections surge in neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 7:35 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Despite being often associated with the Middle Ages, the plague continues to cause significant illness and death in parts of the world, including Madagascar.

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The Plague Remains as Deadly Today as in the Middle Ages

Despite being often associated with the Middle Ages, the plague continues to cause significant illness and death in parts of the world, including Madagascar.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 27, 2026, 10:00 AM

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Ebola Infections in DR Congo Surge to 3,200 with 1,405 Deaths Amid Spread Across Five Provinces

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces a rapid increase in Ebola cases caused by the Bundibugyo strain, with nearly 90% of infections reported in the northeastern province of Ituri.

Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 3:23 AM

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DRC Health Workers Face Hardships Amid Rapidly Spreading Ebola Outbreak

The World Health Organization warns the current Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo may be among the worst globally, with health workers struggling amid rising cases and deaths.

Al Jazeera | Jul 24, 2026, 3:12 AM

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UN Supports Countries in Maximizing Benefits from Critical Minerals Amid Clean Energy Shift

The United Nations is aiding nations like Argentina and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to ensure critical mineral resources foster local development, environmental protection, and responsible business practices.

UN News | Jul 22, 2026, 2:18 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Independent UN experts denounce the M23 armed group’s abuses in eastern DR Congo, while UNICEF reports child casualties in Ukraine and UNODC highlights growing transnational crime in Southeast Asia.

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UN Experts Condemn M23’s Sexual Violence in DR Congo Amid Rising Global Crime and Conflict

Independent UN experts denounce the M23 armed group’s abuses in eastern DR Congo, while UNICEF reports child casualties in Ukraine and UNODC highlights growing transnational crime in Southeast Asia.

UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 11:20 PM

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Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Expands but Shows Signs of Stabilization, WHO Reports

The Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to battle the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record, with the epicenter in Ituri province, while some areas show encouraging signs of control.

UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 7:31 PM

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UN Appeals for Calm in Kashmir Amid Unrest; Ebola Deaths Rise in Congo Communities

The UN highlights growing concerns over fundamental freedoms in Kashmir ahead of elections and warns of a surge in Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

UN News | Jul 17, 2026, 10:20 PM

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WHO Warns Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Outpaces Response as Uganda Marks Progress

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the third largest on record, spreading faster than previous outbreaks, while Uganda reports progress amid ongoing risks.

UN News | Jul 16, 2026, 11:10 PM

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WHO Warns of Fastest-Growing Ebola Outbreak in DRC

The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached record infection levels, with many cases arising from unknown transmission chains.

UN News | Jul 14, 2026, 1:20 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating UN Women reports unprecedented funding declines have forced women's organizations in crisis zones to reduce or suspend essential services amid rising global humanitarian needs.

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Aid Cuts Leave Over One Million Women and Girls Without Vital Humanitarian Support

UN Women reports unprecedented funding declines have forced women's organizations in crisis zones to reduce or suspend essential services amid rising global humanitarian needs.

UN News | Jul 10, 2026, 1:31 PM

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Ebola Outbreak Expands in Eastern DRC as Death Toll Surpasses 500, WHO Reports

The UN World Health Organization highlights ongoing challenges in treatment and surveillance amid rising cases and conflict in the region.

UN News | Jul 7, 2026, 4:20 PM