The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo has become the second-worst on record with over 1,500 deaths, while neighboring Uganda successfully contained its imported cases due to preparedness, quick action, and community cooperation, despite the porous border.
The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is now the second-worst on record with over 1,500 deaths, spreading rapidly and hampered by insecurity. In contrast, Uganda successfully contained its 20 cases and two deaths, attributed to strong preparedness, quick action, and community cooperation.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, as the country's largest. With 3,605 confirmed cases and 1,587 deaths as of July 30, the outbreak is intensifying, hampered by insecurity and population displacement in areas like Ituri province.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has surpassed the 2018-2020 epidemic's case count, with 3,532 confirmed cases and 1,556 deaths across five provinces. It is now the world's second-largest and fastest-spreading Ebola epidemic, complicated by ongoing conflict in the eastern regions.
The WHO warns the current Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo, involving the untreatable Bundibugyo strain, could be one of the worst globally. Compounded by protracted conflict, community distrust, and unpaid health workers, the crisis has led to over 2,500 cases and 1,000 deaths by July 21, with health workers facing attacks and infection risks.
A UK resident humanitarian worker was medically evacuated from the Democratic Republic of Congo to the UK due to potential healthcare-related Ebola exposure. The individual, who remains asymptomatic, is being monitored in a London hospital as a precautionary measure, with the UK Health Security Agency stating the risk to the public is low.
加拿大政府宣布，為防範伊波拉疫情，將禁止21天內曾造訪民主剛果的外籍人士入境，此舉與世界衛生組織不建議對疫區實施旅遊限制的建議相悖。民主剛果已通報逾2100例確診，828人死亡。
African health authorities declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo the "fastest growing" ever, with the WHO reporting 600 deaths among 1,759 confirmed cases. The virus is spreading faster than response efforts, with cases estimated to double every 28 days, requiring $1.4 billion for containment.
Congolese opposition coalition C64 postponed nationwide protests scheduled for July 8, following mediation by Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye, chair of the African Union. The coalition accuses President Felix Tshisekedi of seeking a third term via constitutional reform.
Red Cross volunteers were attacked by a crowd spreading misinformation about Ebola in Bunia, DR Congo. Rumors claimed the coffin was empty or the Red Cross sought money, leading to assaults with spades and machetes. This incident highlights a pattern of resistance to Ebola control measures fueled by false claims.
Red Cross volunteers in DR Congo have been attacked by crowds fueled by misinformation about Ebola. Rumors that coffins are empty or that health workers are seeking money have led to assaults and interference with safe burial procedures, hindering outbreak control efforts.
Congolese opposition coalition C64 postpones nationwide protests, originally set for July 8, following mediation by Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye, chair of the African Union. The coalition accuses President Felix Tshisekedi of seeking a third term via constitutional reform.
世界衛生組織官員表示，剛果民主共和國的伊波拉疫情尚未穩定且仍在擴大，病例數已達1561起，死亡病例506起。人口流動、治療中心床位不足及醫護人員感染是主要挑戰。
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has claimed over 500 lives, with 1,561 cases reported. Health workers are threatening to strike due to low wages and poor conditions, compounding the crisis.
The US has sanctioned Rwandan businessmen and companies for allegedly financing the M23 rebellion in the DRC through illicit conflict mineral trade. The measures aim to disrupt smuggling networks and highlight growing international pressure over the region's mineral wealth.
The US has sanctioned Rwandan businessmen and companies for allegedly financing the M23 rebellion in the DRC through illicit conflict mineral trade. The measures aim to disrupt smuggling networks, with Rwanda rejecting the allegations as biased.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the start of a clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The first patient has been enrolled in the trial, which aims to find safe and effective therapeutics for the highly infectious Bundibugyo virus species.
剛果民主共和國最新公布的官方資料顯示，該國爆發伊波拉疫情後，死亡人數已超過400人，且東北部大城吉桑干尼傳出首例確診。自5月15日爆發新一輪伊波拉疫情以來，在1406個確診病例中已有438人病歿，死亡率略高於31%。
England's dramatic World Cup victory against DR Congo on Wednesday attracted a peak audience of 16.3 million on BBC TV, making it the BBC's most-watched moment this year. The match also saw 10.4 million additional streams across BBC digital platforms. England will now face Mexico in the last 16.
England defeated DR Congo with two late goals from Harry Kane, but former forward Wayne Rooney expressed "big concerns" regarding team selection, particularly at right-back and wide forward positions, ahead of their last-16 match against Mexico.
Harry Kane's late goals saved England from a potential World Cup embarrassment against DR Congo, securing a 2-1 victory and a place in the last 16 against Mexico. Despite the win, significant tactical and selection issues persist for head coach Thomas Tuchel.
England narrowly avoided a World Cup upset against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, securing a 2-1 victory to advance to the last 16. Despite trailing for much of the match and facing criticism for their performance, two late goals from Harry Kane secured the win.
England, the US, and Belgium all secured spots in the next round of the 2026 World Cup, but faced challenging opponents. England's Harry Kane scored twice to overcome a deficit against DR Congo, the US beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 despite a controversial red card, and Belgium completed a dramatic 3-2 comeback against Senegal in extra time.
England's World Cup Round of 32 match against DR Congo saw a pivotal moment when manager Thomas Tuchel had a heated exchange with player Djed Spence. This led to Spence's substitution, a tactical shift that coincided with Harry Kane's late brace, securing England's 2-1 victory and advancing them in the tournament.
