The Chinese Embassy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo issued a security situation report: Security in the east deteriorates with the Ebola epidemic

China News Service, October 1. According to the WeChat public account of the Chinese Embassy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, on October 1, the Chinese Embassy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo issued a security situation report. The details are as follows:

1. Recent important cases

(1) On September 28, the Ministry of Health of the Democratic Republic of the Congo released Ebola epidemic data. A total of 8,116 confirmed cases and a total of 3,924 deaths were reported in the seven provinces of Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Haut-Uélé, Bas-Uélé, Chopo and South Ubangi.

(2) Recently, the Congolese army and the Wazalendo militia have continued to exchange fire with the M23 in areas such as Fez and Mwanga in South Kivu Province.

(3) On September 28, M23 used drones to attack the Wazalendo militia position in the Masisi area of ​​North Kivu Province, causing road disruption and killing 8 civilians and injuring 6 others.

(4) On September 29, an attack by unknown armed men occurred in Kausa, Masisi District, North Kivu Province, resulting in 3 deaths and 3 serious injuries.

(5) Recently, the "Congolese Development Cooperative" (CODECO), the "People's Revolutionary Pact" (CRP) and the Congolese army exchanged fire with each other in the Jugu area of ​​Ituri Province. At least 16 people were killed and many others were injured. A large number of civilians fled for refuge.

2. Important reminder

Currently, the security situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is complex and severe. A new round of Ebola epidemic broke out in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The security situation in North Kivu and South Kivu provinces has deteriorated sharply, and the Congolese army and M23 have continued to exchange fierce fire. The security situation in Ituri Province, Haut-Uélé Province and other places is not optimistic. Illegal armed forces such as M23, ADF, CODECO, Mai-Mai militia, and Zaire militia continue to cause chaos in North Kivu, South Kivu, Ituri, Haut-Uélé and other provinces. Violent conflicts, armed robberies, kidnappings and other incidents occur from time to time. The security risks faced by Chinese citizens in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are still high.

The Chinese Embassy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo reminds all Chinese citizens in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to attach great importance to safety issues. Chinese citizens are not allowed to go to Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Haut-Uélé and other extremely high-risk areas. Chinese citizens and companies still there are asked to evacuate or move to safe areas as soon as possible. Do not travel to nine provinces including Lualaba, Haut-Katanga, Bas-Uele, Tanganyika, Maniema, Central Kasai, Sankuru, Lomami and Haut-Lomami unless necessary.

Companies and individuals who have just engaged in gold mining activities should report to the embassy as soon as possible. Those who refuse to report information and insist on going to or staying in the above-mentioned areas will be personally responsible for all consequences.

The Chinese Embassy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo reminds Chinese citizens in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to pay close attention to the development of the Ebola epidemic, effectively enhance their awareness of prevention, be the first person responsible for their own health, and strengthen personal hygiene protection. You are not allowed to travel to epidemic areas such as Ituri Province and surrounding areas with extremely high security risks. Try to reduce unnecessary outings and cross-regional movements, avoid going to crowded places, avoid contact with wild animals, and avoid physical contact with confirmed patients and suspected infected persons. If you feel unwell, please go to a regular hospital for examination and treatment in time. Chinese citizens and Chinese-funded enterprises in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are requested to further improve their epidemic prevention and control plans, strengthen personnel health monitoring and emergency material reserves, reduce gathering activities, and strengthen office and resident health management. If an epidemic occurs in your area, please cooperate with the local health department to carry out isolation, testing, epidemic control and other work.

Chinese citizens conducting business in the capital Kinshasa are requested to pay close attention to the local situation, strengthen safety precautions, and resolutely put an end to paralysis and luck. Please be vigilant when going out, stay in touch with relatives, friends and colleagues around you, and avoid risky situations in a timely manner. Chinese-funded institutions located in areas where the security situation has significantly deteriorated are required to take practical measures, continue to increase security investment at the highest standards, reduce non-essential personnel, and make contingency plans to adjust production operations and personnel arrangements in emergencies.

Chinese citizens in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are advised to be vigilant against telecom fraud and pay more attention when receiving unknown calls to avoid being deceived.

In case of emergency, please call the police immediately and contact the embassy.