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.
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Eastern Congo faces a rapid increase in Ebola cases linked to the Bundibugyo virus, with response efforts challenged by security issues.
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general
The World Health Organization reports that 80% of new Ebola cases in eastern Congo come from unknown transmission chains, indicating rapid and uncontrolled spread.
NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 6:20 AM
global-institutions
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
world
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
world
The Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus has resulted in over 1,000 deaths, with cases primarily in the Democratic Republic of Congo and some in Uganda.
Africanews | Jul 22, 2026, 5:55 PM
politics
Laura Loomer revises her view on the Ukraine conflict after firsthand experience, while the UN announces a $358.4 million aid plan for Ukrainians facing winter hardships amid ongoing crises worldwide.
The Hill | Jul 22, 2026, 2:00 PM
global-institutions
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
global-institutions
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 PMworld
Three attacks by suspected jihadist fighters in North Kivu’s Beni territory and Mangina have resulted in at least 20 deaths this week.
Africanews | Jul 17, 2026, 6:50 AMglobal-institutions
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
world
Ebola death toll in the Democratic Republic of Congo rises to 600 with over 1,700 confirmed cases amid spreading conflict and displacement.
Africanews | Jul 9, 2026, 10:08 PM
world
Washington targets Rwandan companies accused of financing armed groups through illicit mineral trade fueling conflict in eastern DR Congo.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 6:40 PM
global-institutions
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
world
Nearly 18,000 people remain homeless after twin earthquakes, with experts warning of disease outbreaks in crowded shelters.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 4:26 AM
world
The US targets Rwandan businessmen and companies for financing the M23 rebellion through illicit mineral trade, highlighting the ongoing conflict fueled by eastern DR Congo's mineral wealth.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 4:30 AM
global-institutions
James Swan, head of the UN mission in DR Congo, calls for full implementation of peace agreements amid ongoing conflict and an Ebola outbreak.
UN News | Jun 27, 2026, 5:31 PMShowing 1-16 of 16 articles.