
DRC ruling-party official beaten to death after Ebola radio broadcast
Marie-Celestin Karondwa was killed in Butembo after promoting Ebola prevention measures, his UDPS party says, underscoring risks facing outbreak responders.
Sep 29, 20263 views

Marie-Celestin Karondwa was killed in Butembo after promoting Ebola prevention measures, his UDPS party says, underscoring risks facing outbreak responders.

Health officials escalate response with door-to-door searches as the deadly virus shows signs of change in conflict-affected regions.

Conflict, mistrust, and a health-worker strike fuel the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history, now in its third-largest and second-deadliest phase.

A clinical trial for Bundibugyo virus disease begins just six weeks after outbreak declaration, offering hope amid rising death toll.