DR Congo cancel World Cup training camp over Ebola outbreak

The outbreak, caused by a rare Ebola species, is thought to have caused 139 deaths so far.

DR Congo races to halt spread of Ebola

Reporting breakdown and weak health systems in conflict-hit country allowed virus to go undetected for weeks

US is ‘simply choosing not to stop’ Ebola outbreak after massive public health cuts, experts say

Hundreds of cases reported in the DRC after USAID has been dismantled and key scientific research canceled A previously undetected outbreak of Ebola is coursing through parts of central Africa, and the US appears to be doing little to help stop it, after massive cuts to global and domestic public health efforts. There is no cure and no vaccine for the rare Bundibugyo variant of Ebola, which has caused two outbreaks in recent decades. Health leaders and scientists are now racing to understand ...

By Melody Schreiber

Aid cuts may have slowed identification of current Ebola outbreak

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Africa was announced last week, then quickly declared an emergency by the WHO. It's likely cuts in U.S. aid to the DRC contributed to a delay in identifying the outbreak.

By Jonathan Lambert

Ebola outbreak: When will a vaccine be developed for the new strain?

The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has a fatality rate of up to 50 percent and no approved vaccine as yet.

U.S.-bound flight from Paris diverts to Montreal after Ebola concerns

An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit was diverted to Montreal Wednesday night after United States authorities barred it from entering the U.S., citing new restrictions for people who who have recently travelled to three East Africa countries, where a deadly Ebola outbreak has taken hold.

Hong Kong issues red travel alert for DR Congo as deadly Ebola outbreak spreads

Hong Kong has issued a red travel alert for the Democratic Republic of Congo as Ebola outbreaks escalate in Central Africa, with at least 139 suspected deaths reported. The red alert – the middle level in a three-tier outbound travel alert system under the Security Bureau – means residents travelling to the country should adjust their plans and avoid non-essential travel due to the significant threat there. The move follows the health authorities’ announcement on Tuesday that the Penny’s Bay...

By SCMP Reporter

Did US aid cuts worsen Ebola outbreak in Central Africa?

DRC and Uganda are fighting to contain a dramatic Ebola outbreak, which went unnoticed for a long time. Are US aid cuts to blame for the delayed crisis response?

Immensa and RusselSmith Partner to Transform Spare Parts Supply Chains in Nigeria and West Africa - The Globe and Mail

Immensa and RusselSmith Partner to Transform Spare Parts Supply Chains in Nigeria and West Africa  The Globe and Mail

Ebola outbreak: Inside one of DR Congo’s hardest hit villages

The head of the World Health Organization warns the Ebola outbreak poses a high risk nationally and across the region, though the global risk remains low. So far 51 cases have been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in the northern provinces of Ituri and North Kivu - and officials expect that number to rise. In one of the hardest hit towns, grieving families are saying goodbye to loved ones.

By FRANCE24

Soccer-DR Congo forced to change World Cup preparations due to Ebola outbreak

May 21 () - The Democratic Republic of Congo's national team have been forced to cancel World Cup buildup events in Kinshasa due to the ‌Ebola virus outbreak and will instead continue preparations in Belgium, a team spokesperson ‌said. The squad had planned to hold a training session open to fans as well as a send-off ​ceremony with the country's head of state Felix Tshisekedi on Monday as they prepare for the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

India, African Union summit postponed over Ebola virus scare, new dates yet to be announced

New dates of the Summit and its associated meetings will be “finalised through mutual consultations and communicated in due course.”

Galway City to host family-friendly Africa Day celebration this weekend

By Emma F. Smith

Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of a rare type - Arab News

Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of a rare type  Arab News

Central Africa: Did US aid cuts worsen Ebola outbreak? - The Daily Star

Central Africa: Did US aid cuts worsen Ebola outbreak?  The Daily Star

What Is the Most Spoken Language in Africa? - The Guardian Nigeria News

What Is the Most Spoken Language in Africa?  The Guardian Nigeria News

India postpones Africa summit after Ebola outbreak

The India-Africa Summit scheduled for New Delhi has been postponed by India and the African Union due to the deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo. Read More: https://punchng.com/india-postpones-africa-summit-after-ebola-outbreak/

By Punch Newspapers

India postpones Africa summit after Ebola outbreak

India and the African Union have postponed a summit meeting due to take place next week in New Delhi after a deadly Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo. The post India postpones Africa summit after Ebola outbreak appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Gov’t postpones evacuation of Ghanaians from South Africa amid xenophobic attacks

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a temporary delay in the planned evacuation of Ghanaians living in South Africa following the recent wave of xenophobic attacks in parts of the country.

By David Apinga

Ebola: WHO mentions a "high" risk in Central Africa, but a "low" risk globally - Seneweb

Ebola: WHO mentions a "high" risk in Central Africa, but a "low" risk globally  Seneweb