The US has deported approximately two dozen migrants, including an Iranian activist, to the Central African Republic (CAR) under a controversial deal. The flight, originating from Louisiana, landed in Bangui after a stop in Ghana. Migrants' lawyers express grave concerns about their safety and lack of connection to CAR.
Un avion américain transportant des migrants iraniens, afghans, turcs et géorgiens expulsés des États-Unis est arrivé en République centrafricaine, dans le cadre d'une politique controversée d'envoi de ressortissants étrangers en situation irrégulière vers des pays tiers.
The US has begun implementing its new migration agreement with the Central African Republic (CAR), with a charter flight deporting around 20 foreign nationals, including Iranian, Turkish, Syrian, and Afghan migrants, to Bangui on June 12. The CAR is the latest African nation to sign such a deal with the US, though the terms of these agreements remain confidential.
The WHO says a rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda has reached 471 confirmed cases and 84 deaths. Officials warn the Bundibugyo-strain epidemic could grow much larger without a faster response.
Ebola outbreak in central Africa: 471 cases, 84 deaths reported
The WHO acknowledged a significant Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, with only 45% of contacts traced, far below the 90% needed for control. The 17th outbreak in the DRC has seen 344 confirmed cases and 60 deaths, while Uganda reported cases linked to a traveler from the UAE.
The WHO reported a significant decrease in suspected Ebola cases in Central Africa, from 900 to 116, while confirmed cases rose to 330. The outbreak, caused by the 'Bundibugyo' strain, was declared in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The WHO has drastically reduced the number of suspected Ebola cases in Central Africa from 906 to 116. Confirmed cases stand at 330, with 321 in the Democratic Republic of Congo and 9 in Uganda.
Cameroon has reintroduced the role of vice-president after 44 years, sparking fears of a dynastic succession plan for President Paul Biya's son or stepson. The constitutional amendment allows the president to appoint the VP, who would assume the presidency in case of death or incapacity. Critics decry it as establishing a "republican monarchy."
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading, with over 1,000 cases and 223 suspected deaths. Misinformation on social media hinders containment efforts, while reduced funding for organizations like the International Rescue Committee limits public health messaging. The US states it responded rapidly and funding levels remain unaffected.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has updated its Ebola death toll to 204 from 867 suspected cases. The World Health Organization has declared the outbreak an international emergency, and the African Union's health agency warns 10 other African countries are at risk.
An Ebola outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain with a 50% mortality rate, is spreading rapidly in central Africa. Congo reports 867 suspected cases and 204 deaths, with the outbreak now in three provinces. Uganda has confirmed cases and deaths. WHO has raised the risk assessment to 'very high' in Congo and declared a global public health emergency.
An Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, particularly in the DRC, is causing growing concern due to a new strain (Bundibugyo) with no approved vaccine or treatment. The region's political instability hinders the health response, echoing the challenging 2014 epidemic in West Africa where nurse Lucie contracted the virus.
Hong Kong issued a red travel alert for the Democratic Republic of Congo due to escalating Ebola outbreaks in Central Africa, reporting at least 139 suspected deaths and 600 suspected cases in DR Congo and Uganda. Residents are advised to avoid non-essential travel.
A Bundibugyo Ebola variant outbreak in the DRC and Uganda is exacerbated by massive US cuts to global health funding and staff, leaving health leaders scrambling to contain the spread. Experts criticize the US withdrawal as a self-inflicted wound, hindering early detection and response efforts.
The WHO has declared the Ebola epidemic in eastern DRC a high risk for Central Africa but low globally. The emergency committee confirmed it does not meet pandemic criteria, despite 139 deaths and nearly 600 probable cases.
International experts see no pandemic threat from the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, despite over 500 suspected cases and 130 deaths in DR Congo and Uganda. A US doctor infected in Congo has arrived in Germany for treatment.
Asian countries including Hong Kong, South Korea, China, Singapore, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Nepal are enhancing border screening and quarantine measures in response to the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. While no cases are confirmed in Asia, authorities are preparing for potential arrivals.
Ebola suspected deaths rise 30% in a day to 130 amid over 500 cases in DRC and Uganda. A US doctor infected with the Bundibugyo virus strain will be evacuated to Germany. WHO expresses concern over urban spread and displaced populations.
WHO warns Ebola cases in DR Congo may be spreading faster than initially thought, with over 513 suspected cases and 131 deaths. An American citizen is being evacuated after developing symptoms.
WHO warns Ebola outbreak in DR Congo may be spreading faster than initially believed, with over 513 suspected cases and 131 deaths. A study suggests over 1,000 cases could exist, and neighboring Uganda has reported one death.
An infectious disease expert has urged Hong Kong authorities to issue a travel alert and enhance preventive measures against Ebola, citing outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda and frequent business exchanges with the region.
Russia's Deputy FM Dmitry Lyubinsky claims Ukraine is supplying Western arms to terrorists in Syria and several African countries via illegal trafficking.
