‘I survived Ebola’: One of Congo’s first victims on how he beat the terrifying virus
A nurse who contracted the virus during the ongoing outbreak has described his traumatic ordeal for the first time Source link
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DR Congo’s neighbors impose Covid-style measures in push to limit Ebola’s spread
Regional concern over the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo intensified Saturday as Uganda confirmed three new cases, while neighboring countries stepped up monitoring measures amid fears of cross-border spread. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Health authorities and aid agencies across east and southern Africa are reinforcing screening at key crossings and scaling up preparedness planning, as officials warn that ongoing cross-border movement continues to present a risk of further cases. Officials have also expanded community awareness campaigns alongside border screening and local surveillance measures, urging residents to report symptoms quickly and follow hygiene guidance aimed at limiting transmission. Uganda, which borders the epicenter of the outbreak in Congo, urged the public to “remain calm, vigilant, and continue observing all recommended preventive measures” as its health ministry announced three new cases in the country, bringing the total number to five. Ugandan health teams screen travelers for Ebola on Saturday as precautions have been stepped up on the border with the Democratic Republic …
US Not Funding Congo’s $100 Million Mine Guard, Embassy Says
KINSHASA, April 28 (Reuters) – The United States said on Tuesday it is not funding any security units tasked with policing or guarding mines in Democratic Republic of Congo after Kinshasa announced plans to launch a paramilitary force to secure mining sites. Congo’s General Inspectorate of Mines (IGM) said in a statement on Monday that the paramilitary guard would be funded by a $100 million budget and created under strategic partnerships with the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. The U.S. embassy said that Washington remained committed to advancing economic growth and stability in Congo through the strategic partnership, but it was not involved in funding mine security units. “The U.S. government is not currently funding any units to patrol or guard mines in the Congo,” it said in a statement. Congo’s mining regulator also said on Tuesday that plans for the mining guard, while developed with multiple international partners, would not involve direct funding by any single country. “Discussions are ongoing to structure a mechanism that is consistent with national priorities,” it said in …