October 2026
Congo's Ebola Death Toll Exceeds 5,000 Amid Fears of Wider Spread
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has resulted in over 5,000 deaths, with cases spreading to other African nations. This situation raises concerns about a potential…
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Surpasses 5,000 Deaths Amid Control Challenges
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in over 5,000 deaths, with authorities facing challenges in controlling the situation due to…
Autumn; The Season for Symptoms of Leishmaniasis / What is 'Paddy Fever'?
The head of the zoonotic diseases department highlighted the seasonal prevalence of certain diseases, noting that while some are more common in warm weather, leishmaniasis…
Celebrations Erupt as Last Ebola Patient Leaves Treatment Centre in DR Congo
Healthcare workers at an Ebola treatment centre in the Democratic Republic of Congo celebrated as the last patient was discharged. This event highlights the successful…
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Surpasses 10,000 Cases, Raising Global Health Concerns
The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing its fastest-growing Ebola outbreak, with over 10,000 confirmed cases and nearly half resulting in death. This outbreak raises…
Congo's Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 10,000 Cases, Urgent Measures Needed
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has surpassed 10,000 confirmed cases, prompting health authorities to take urgent measures to contain its spread across several African nations.…
Attack on Health Workers in DRC Highlights Risks Amid Ebola Outbreak
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, attackers killed a nurse and injured a health worker who were responding to an Ebola outbreak. This incident highlights…
Uganda Implements 21-Day Ebola Quarantine for Returnees from DR Congo
Uganda has implemented a 21-day quarantine for citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo amid concerns over Ebola, despite declaring itself Ebola-free. The situation…
First Clinical Trial of Ebola Vaccine Launched in DR Congo
The World Health Organization has initiated the first clinical trial of an Ebola vaccine in the Democratic Republic of Congo amidst an ongoing outbreak. This…
WHO Launches Clinical Trial for Ebola Vaccines in DR Congo
The WHO has announced the start of a clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo to test the safety and efficacy of multiple Ebola…
Hamilton Advocates for Freedom in DR Congo and Palestine Amid Rwanda's F1 Spotlight
Lewis Hamilton, during the Formula One Grand Prix in Rwanda, called for freedom for the Democratic Republic of Congo and reiterated his support for Palestine.…
Ebola Case in Nigeria Linked to DR Congo Outbreak
An Ebola case in Nigeria has been identified as the Bundibugyo strain linked to a significant outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting the…
Ebola Outbreak Expands from Congo to Four Other African Countries
An Ebola outbreak originating in Congo has spread to four other countries, marking the most extensive geographical reach of the disease in Africa. This situation…
Nigeria Reports First Ebola Case Linked to DR Congo Strain
Nigeria has reported its first case of Ebola, which matches the Bundibugyo strain from the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking a significant health concern as…
Africa CDC Holds Urgent Meeting on Ebola Crisis Following Nigeria's First Case
African health ministers convened an extraordinary virtual meeting to address the Ebola outbreak following Nigeria's first reported case. The meeting comes in light of the…
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Expands to Eighth Province Amidst Response Challenges
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has expanded to an eighth province, highlighting the rapid spread of the disease and the challenges faced by response efforts.…
Joseph Kabila's Rebellion Raises Concerns for Peace in Eastern Congo
Former President Joseph Kabila of the Democratic Republic of Congo has joined a rebellion, raising concerns about the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo and the…
DR Congo protests Formula One’s decision to race in Rwanda
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has protested against Formula One's decision to hold a race in Rwanda, marking the series' return to Africa for…
Ebola Vaccine Shows Promise Against Bundibugyo Virus in Human Trials
The article discusses the ongoing Bundibugyo Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which has resulted in over 6,000 confirmed cases and…
Kenya Reports Second Ebola Case Linked to First Patient
Kenya's Health Ministry confirmed a second Ebola case involving a relative of the first patient who died after arriving from Congo. This case emerged while…
Ebola Vaccine Trial to Start Soon in DR Congo, Says WHO
The World Health Organization announced that the first clinical trial of an Ebola vaccine will commence in the Democratic Republic of Congo by the end…
UN Envoy Highlights Diplomatic Progress Amidst Growing Challenges in DR Congo
A UN official highlighted the ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo, despite increasing security and humanitarian challenges. This situation involves international diplomatic…
Congo's Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 9,000 Cases Amid Containment Challenges
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has exceeded 9,000 confirmed cases and over 4,300 deaths, with containment efforts failing across seven provinces. This situation highlights the…
DR Congo Faces Record Ebola Outbreak Amid Community Mistrust
The DRC is facing its deadliest Ebola outbreak with over 9,000 cases attributed to the Bundibugyo strain, as health workers struggle against community mistrust. This…
Former DR Congo President Kabila Forms Coalition with M23 Rebels, Heightening Tensions
Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila has allied with M23 rebels, raising concerns about potential escalation of conflict with the government led by President Tshisekedi.…
Significant Warming Trends Identified in the Congo Basin Over Two Decades
Research from Vrije Universiteit Brussel reveals significant warming trends in the Congo Basin since the 1960s, based on historical weather records. This study highlights the…
Deadly Ambush for Athlete Close to Trump; Kennedy's Team Shot Three Times
A former UFC fighter affiliated with a Trump associate was attacked in the Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in multiple casualties. This incident highlights the…
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Creates New Hot Spots Amid Chaotic Response
The Ebola outbreak in Congo is worsening, creating new hot spots with inadequate support for patients, leading to concerns among health workers about the ongoing…
WHO Recommends No Travel or Trade Restrictions Following Ebola Patient's Death in Kenya
The World Health Organization has reported a death from Ebola in Kenya but advises against any travel or trade restrictions with the affected countries. This…
Fatal Collision of Two Boats in Western Congo
A tragic incident occurred in western Congo where two boats collided, resulting in at least 26 confirmed fatalities. Local authorities are involved in the investigation…
Kenya Reports First Ebola Case Following Return from DRC
Kenya has confirmed its first case of Ebola after a man died in Nairobi following his return from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where…
Kenya Reports First-Ever Ebola Death, Raising Health Concerns
Kenya has reported its first-ever Ebola death involving a Kenyan man who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo. This incident highlights the potential for…
Congo River Collision Claims Lives and Leaves Dozens Missing
A boat collision occurred on the Congo River in Equateur province, resulting in at least 30 fatalities and many individuals reported missing. The incident involves…
Trial Launched for Drug to Combat Ebola Outbreak in Congo
A trial involving over 250 participants is underway in Congo for a drug aimed at preventing Ebola, marking a significant effort to combat the country's…
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo: Death Toll Exceeds 4,000 Amidst Crisis
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in over 4,000 deaths, with a recent incident causing 19,000 people to flee a…
Congo's Ebola Death Toll Exceeds 4,000 Amidst Ongoing Health Crisis
Congo's Ebola outbreak has surpassed 4,000 deaths as authorities face challenges in controlling the virus. The situation highlights ongoing public health crises in regions affected…
Funeral Held for Congolese Politician Killed After Advocating for Ebola Response
A funeral was held for a politician in the Democratic Republic of the Congo who was killed after advocating for a better response to the…
Local Official Killed in DR Congo Amid Ebola Response Advocacy
Marie-Celestin Karondwa, a local official in Butembo city, was killed at his home after advocating for a strong response to the Ebola outbreak. His death…