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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Intensifies, Prompts Global Concerns

The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda is intensifying, leading to new cases, an attack on a treatment center, and international concerns such as flight diversions and event postponements. Health officials report hundreds of suspected cases and deaths as the virus spreads to new areas.

21 May, 00:22 — 21 May, 16:47
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APVery High4h ago

Air France flight to US diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions - AP News

Air France flight to US diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions  AP News

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BBCHigh3h ago

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.

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NYTMostly Factual5h ago

Uganda Says It’s Not Aware of Ebola Clinics Promised by U.S.

The State Department said it would fund up to 50 clinics in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. “I don’t know the ones they are talking about,” a top Ugandan official said.

By Matthew Mpoke Bigg and Lynsey Chutel

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economistHigh5h ago

How to stop the Ebola outbreak

The latest epidemic in central Africa is a warning about future pandemics

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FTVery High14h ago

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

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wapoMostly Factual5h ago

Ebola responders say aid cuts under Trump left them unprepared for outbreak

Sweeping aid cuts by Western nations left the Democratic Republic of Congo ill-equipped to contain an Ebola outbreak despite its extensive experience with the disease.

By Rael Ombuor, Rachel Chason, Lauren Weber, Lena H. Sun

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The GuardianMostly Factual4h ago

Passenger from Congo boards flight ‘in error’, prompting diversion to Canada amid Ebola outbreak

Air France flight en route to Detroit, Michigan, landed in Montreal after virus-related travel restrictions Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email An Air France flight headed to Detroit, Michigan, was redirected to Canada on Wednesday after it was determined that a passenger from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) had boarded “in error” amid new Ebola-related travel restrictions, officials with the US Customs and Border Protection agency (CBP) said. “Due to entry restrict...

By Anna Betts

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NPRHigh9h ago

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

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual4h ago

India-Africa summit postponed as Ebola spreads to M23-held DR Congo area

Efforts to stop the latest outbreak of the deadly disease have been hampered by armed conflict in eastern DR Congo.

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Fox NewsMixed6h ago

Detroit-bound plane diverted to Canada after passenger from Ebola-hit region boarded ‘in error’, officials say

An Air France flight to Detroit was rerouted to Montreal after a passenger linked to an Ebola outbreak zone boarded the flight from France "in error," officials said.

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cbcHigh13h ago

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.

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SCMPMostly Factual6h ago

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

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DWHigh10h ago

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?

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globe-and-mailHigh10h ago

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

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France 24High3h ago

DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreads to rebel-held South Kivu

A case of Ebola has been confirmed in Democratic Republic of Congo's South Kivu province - hundreds ​of kilometres ‌from the outbreak's epicentre - according to the rebel alliance that controls the ⁠area. It marks an expansion of an outbreak of a rare strain that was detected last week and raises further concerns about difficulties in accessing the areas hit by the epidemic, with widespread armed violence in the country's east.

By FRANCE24

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The IndependentMostly Factual1h ago

Ebola treatment centre set on fire in Congo amid anger over virus outbreak

The centre was burned by local youths who became angry while trying to retrieve the body of a friend

By Justin Kambumba,Monika Pronczuk and Gerald Imray

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Business InsiderMostly Factual4h ago

Ebola fears stopped a flight from Paris to Detroit from landing in the US and forced a diversion to Canada

An Air France Boeing 777. AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images An Air France flight to Detroit diverted to Canada on Wednesday. A CBP spokesperson said the airline boarded a passenger from the DR Congo "in error." Non-Americans who have been to DR Congo in the last 21 days are barred due to Ebola concerns. A flight from Paris to Detroit was forced to land in Canada due to concerns that one passenger could bring Ebola to the US. Wednesday's Air France Flight 378 departed Charles de Gaulle around 4...

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national-postMostly Factual1h ago

U.S. flight diverted to Montreal over Ebola concern. Ontario man tested for possible case

What to know about the spread of a rare Ebola virus in East Africa and how it has touched Canada

By Kenn Oliver

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YahooMostly Factual2h ago

Flight diverts to Canada for Ebola concerns. What's Pittsburgh's risk?

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual11h ago

'Report, seek medical care': DGHS issues advisory for flyers from Ebola-hit countries

India has intensified Ebola preparedness following outbreaks in Uganda and DRC. The Directorate General of Health Services issued advisories for travelers, urging immediate reporting of symptoms like fever or bleeding within 21 days of arrival. States are enhancing surveillance, screening, and hospital readiness, though no cases have been detected domestically.

By TOI NEWS DESK

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual6h ago

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.”

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irish-independent14h ago

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

By Emma F. Smith

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arab-newsMixed15h ago

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

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Daily Star BDMixed15h ago

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

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

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guardian-ngMostly Factual15h ago

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

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

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punch-ngMostly Factual5h ago

DR Congo confirm first Ebola case

DR Congo confirms its first Ebola case in South Kivu, an area under M23 militia control, complicating efforts to contain the deadly outbreak. Read More: https://punchng.com/dr-congo-confirm-first-ebola-case/

By Punch Newspapers

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vanguard-ngMixed6h ago

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

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myjoyonlineMixed3h ago

India–Africa Forum Summit IV postponed following consultations over health concerns

The Government of the Republic of India and the African Union have agreed to postpone the Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS IV), which was originally scheduled to take place in New Delhi from 28th –31st, May, 2026, following consultations linked to emerging public health concerns in parts of Africa.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

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iceland-reviewMostly Factual7h ago

Chief Epidemiologist Says Ebola Risk to Iceland Remains Very Low

Icelandic health authorities say the risk of Ebola infection reaching Iceland remains very low, despite a growing outbreak in Central Africa that has prompted international concern. According to a statement from the Directorate of Health, the country’s Chief Epidemiologist is closely monitoring the spread of Ebola linked to the Bundibugyo virus strain in the Democratic… The post Chief Epidemiologist Says Ebola Risk to Iceland Remains Very Low appeared first on Iceland Review.

By Michael Chapman

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senewebMixed17h ago

2026 World Cup: A major withdrawal from the DR Congo squad - Seneweb

2026 World Cup: A major withdrawal from the DR Congo squad  Seneweb

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seneweb21 May, 00:22First to report

2026 World Cup: A major withdrawal from the DR Congo squad - Seneweb

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guardian-ng21 May, 02:56

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

Daily Star BD21 May, 02:56

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

20-minuten21 May, 02:59

USA verweigern Air-France-Flug Landung – wegen Ebola-Ausbruchs

arab-news21 May, 03:08

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

irish-independent21 May, 03:40

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

FT21 May, 04:00

DR Congo races to halt spread of Ebola

irozhlas21 May, 04:39

Američan s podezřením na nákazu ebolou dorazil na Bulovku. Podle nemocnice je stále bez příznaků

politiken21 May, 04:47

Ebola-vaccine kan tage op til ni måneder at udvikle

cbc21 May, 05:00

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

tempo-english21 May, 05:22

Central Africa: Did US Aid Cuts Worsen Ebola Outbreak? - Tempo.co English

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Times of India21 May, 06:32

'Report, seek medical care': DGHS issues advisory for flyers from Ebola-hit countries

naftemporiki21 May, 06:56

Έμπολα: 23 εκατ. στέλνει η Βρετανία για να μην εξαπλωθεί ο ιός στο Κονγκό

aktuality-sk21 May, 07:40

Spojené kráľovstvo poskytuje milióny libier na boj s epidémiou eboly v Afrike

globe-and-mail21 May, 07:40

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

DW21 May, 07:53

Did US aid cuts worsen Ebola outbreak in Central Africa?

NPR21 May, 08:41

Aid cuts may have slowed identification of current Ebola outbreak

n1-serbia21 May, 09:18

Da li treba da brinemo zbog ebole? Širi se soj bez leka i vakcine

nos21 May, 09:52

Rode Kruis opent gironummer voor ebola om dodelijke uitbraak in Afrika

indian-express21 May, 09:53

India-Africa summit postponed over Ebola scare

iceland-review21 May, 10:30

Chief Epidemiologist Says Ebola Risk to Iceland Remains Very Low

straits-times21 May, 10:44

India, Africa Union postpone New Delhi summit amid Ebola outbreak - The Straits Times

iefimerida21 May, 10:52

Εμπόδισαν πτήση της Air France να μπει στις ΗΠΑ λόγω φόβων για Έμπολα -Εκτράπηκε στον Καναδά

le-figaro21 May, 10:52

Ebola : l'Inde reporte le sommet Afrique en raison de «l'évolution de la situation sanitaire»

ndtv21 May, 11:07

India, African Union Postpone New Delhi Summit Amid Ebola Outbreak

SCMP21 May, 11:15

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

vanguard-ng21 May, 11:17

India postpones Africa summit after Ebola outbreak

hindustan-times21 May, 11:21

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

la-vanguardia21 May, 11:26

El ébola se extiende a una tercera provincia de RD Congo

citizen-tz21 May, 11:39

DR Congo shifts World Cup preparations amid Ebola outbreak - thecitizen.co.tz

Fox News21 May, 11:58

Detroit-bound plane diverted to Canada after passenger from Ebola-hit region boarded ‘in error’, officials say

NYT21 May, 12:14

Uganda Says It’s Not Aware of Ebola Clinics Promised by U.S.

aktualne-cz21 May, 12:18

„Situace je znepokojivá." Epidemie eboly v Kongu sílí

punch-ng21 May, 12:21

DR Congo confirm first Ebola case

wapo21 May, 12:24

Ebola responders say aid cuts under Trump left them unprepared for outbreak

naharnet21 May, 12:38

India-Africa summit postponed due to Ebola outbreak - Naharnet

digi2421 May, 12:39

Ebola. Un zbor Paris-Detroit a fost deviat către Montreal pentru debarcarea unui pasager din RD Congo. Revoltă în rândul pasagerilor

economist21 May, 12:47

How to stop the Ebola outbreak

Al Jazeera21 May, 13:18

India-Africa summit postponed as Ebola spreads to M23-held DR Congo area

Business Insider21 May, 13:21

Ebola fears stopped a flight from Paris to Detroit from landing in the US and forced a diversion to Canada

actualite-cd21 May, 13:25

DR Congo changes World Cup plans after Ebola outbreak triggers travel restrictions - MSN

The Guardian21 May, 13:47

Passenger from Congo boards flight ‘in error’, prompting diversion to Canada amid Ebola outbreak

AP21 May, 14:06

Air France flight to US diverted to Montreal due to Ebola travel restrictions - AP News

yle-uutiset21 May, 14:12

Asiantuntija: Kongossa on ainekset erittäin laajaan ebolaepidemiaan

BBC21 May, 14:26

DR Congo cancel World Cup training camp over Ebola outbreak

myjoyonline21 May, 14:28

India–Africa Forum Summit IV postponed following consultations over health concerns

France 2421 May, 14:49

DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreads to rebel-held South Kivu

Yahoo21 May, 15:16

Flight diverts to Canada for Ebola concerns. What's Pittsburgh's risk?

faz21 May, 15:39

Ebola in Afrika: WHO: Fast 600 Verdachts- und mehr als 130 Todesfälle

24ur21 May, 16:09

'Ebola dobiva zagon'

observador21 May, 16:13

Vacina contra Ébola pode demorar seis a nove meses

la-repubblica21 May, 16:29

Ebola, volo Parigi-Detroit viene fatto dirottare dagli Usa a Montreal: aveva imbarcato un congolese

national-post21 May, 16:43

U.S. flight diverted to Montreal over Ebola concern. Ontario man tested for possible case

ruv21 May, 16:44

Telja útbreiðslu ebólu hraðari vegna lokunar USAID

The Independent21 May, 16:47

Ebola treatment centre set on fire in Congo amid anger over virus outbreak

orf21 May, 17:03Latest update

Weitere Ebola-Fälle in DR Kongo und Uganda