Stories from Democratic Republic of the Congo · DR Congo

Rwanda's expansion in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is exacerbating the conflict, driven by competition for power and mineral resources. This development is causing concern for the health minister, who has warned of potential disease outbreaks.

A highly lethal Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed 80 lives. Health officials warn there is no vaccine available for this strain of the virus.

A highly lethal Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed 80 lives. Conventional treatments may not be effective against the current strain. The outbreak began in March. Hundreds in Lebanon and six Israeli troops have been killed since a ceasefire came into effect a month ago. Health officials are continuing to monitor the situation and implement containment measures. Further details on the updated toll were not immediately available. The current strain of Ebola has broken out in recent days. The total number of confirmed cases and deaths continues to increase. Health officials are concerned about the potential for further spread, particularly across borders. The World Health Organization is responding to the outbreak, with Maria Van Koccoff leading the emergency efforts. The outbreak was confirmed in the DRC. The outbreak is centered in the Kinshasa region.

The Congolese army has been conducting operations in the Ituri province since 2021. The province has been a site of conflict involving dozens of armed groups.

Africa's public health agency has confirmed the detection of the Ebola virus in Ituri province. The African Union's public health agency has convened urgent talks with regional governments and partners. The DRC government has yet to officially declare an outbreak.

Omroep Gelderland also mentioned an Ebola outbreak, stating that half of patients did not survive. Health officials are investigating a suspected Ebola outbreak in the Congo.

Omroep Gelderland also mentioned an Ebola outbreak, stating that half of patients did not survive. The genome of the virus appears normal and is in line with previous outbreaks over the last 30 years. Quarantines have often been used to stop the spread of disease.

Hundreds of people have died in landslides at coltan mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Hundreds of people have been killed in landslides at coltan mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Hundreds of people have been killed by landslides at coltan mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The actual death toll could be higher. The affected mines are a source of coltan, a mineral for electronics.