Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Country experiencing monkeypox outbreak
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View Timeline →Hundreds Protest in DR Congo Against Incumbent President's Third Term Bid
Hundreds of people protested in the Democratic Republic of Congo against the incumbent president's bid for a third term. The protests highlight ongoing political tensions…
Geneva Talks Assess Rwanda-DRC Peace Agreement Amid Ongoing Conflict
The Geneva talks focus on the peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), amidst ongoing fighting and disputes regarding security commitments.…
DR Congo Faces Worst Ebola Epidemic with Over 7,000 Cases
The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing its worst Ebola epidemic, with over 7,000 cases and nearly 3,400 deaths since mid-May. This outbreak involves the…
Tragic School Fire in DRC Highlights Urgent Need for Safety Reforms
A tragic fire at a school in the Democratic Republic of the Congo resulted in the deaths of 28 students and significant destruction in the…
Ebola Case Detected in New Province of DR Congo
An Ebola case has been detected in the northwestern province of South-Ubangi in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which borders the Central African Republic and…
Study Reveals Uranium in DRC Cobalt Exports, Raising Global Nuclear Risk Concerns
A study reveals that cobalt exports from the DRC contain unreported uranium, raising concerns about global nuclear risks. This issue involves the DRC's mining sector…
DRC's Ebola Outbreak: Potential Global Pandemic and Prevention Strategies
The Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has the potential to escalate into a global epidemic. This situation involves health…
Enhancing Outbreak Response to Bundibugyo Virus with Rapid Diagnostics and Vaccine Insights
Recent studies on the Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo provide insights into rapid diagnostic testing and potential cross-protection from existing…
DR Congo reaffirms embassy move to Jerusalem, impacting regional dynamics
The Democratic Republic of Congo has reaffirmed its commitment to relocate its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. This decision involves the Congolese…
DR Congo Ebola Vaccine Trials to Commence by November: WHO
The World Health Organization announced that trials for three potential Ebola vaccines in the Democratic Republic of Congo are set to begin by October or…
WHO Chief Calls for Urgent Action to Address Ebola Outbreak in DRC
The WHO chief has emphasized the urgent need to increase the response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where over 3,000…
DRC Faces Fastest-Spreading Ebola Epidemic with Over 6,000 Cases
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is experiencing the fastest-spreading Ebola epidemic ever recorded, with over 6,000 confirmed cases and a death toll nearing…
Ebola Outbreak in DRC Expands to 60 Areas, Raising Health Concerns
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has rapidly expanded, now affecting 60 areas with a total of 5,794 confirmed cases and…
Congo Launches Ebola Vaccination Campaign Amid Deadly Outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo is initiating an Ebola vaccination campaign to address a severe outbreak. This effort involves health authorities and international organizations. While…
Egyptian Pharmaceutical Firm Develops Ebola Vaccine Amid Ongoing Outbreak
An Egyptian pharmaceutical firm is developing a vaccine for the Ebola virus currently affecting the Democratic Republic of Congo. This initiative highlights regional health efforts…
World Health Organization Declares Uganda Ebola-Free Amid Rising Cases in DR Congo
The World Health Organization has declared Uganda Ebola-free after 42 days without new cases, while the Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing a rise in…
Ebola Outbreak in Central Africa: Challenges Faced by Public Health Workers
Public health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo are battling the second-deadliest Ebola outbreak, facing challenges such as misinformation and distrust. This situation highlights…
Rwanda Accuses DR Congo of Supporting Armed Group Amid Ceasefire Efforts
Rwanda has accused the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) of supporting the FDLR armed group, which it claims poses a threat, justifying its military presence…
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo: Nearly 50% Mortality Rate
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is facing a severe Ebola outbreak, with nearly 50% mortality among infected individuals. This situation highlights ongoing public health…
DR Congo and M23 Rebels Establish Peace Talk Roadmap
The Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels have agreed on a roadmap for peace talks aimed at ending ongoing violence that has resulted in…