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Ebola outbreak reaches IDP camp in DR Congo - first deaths recorded

The first Ebola deaths among displaced persons have been recorded at the Kpangba camp. Due to poor sanitation and high population density, there is a risk of the virus spreading rapidly.

Health • June 12, 01:53 PM • 4125 views
Entry may be restricted during the 2026 World Cup: US urged Europe to more actively counter the spread of Ebola from Africa

The US is calling on Europe to restrict entry from Africa due to an Ebola outbreak. Otherwise, Washington will tighten travel rules for Europeans traveling to America.

Sports • June 9, 07:16 PM • 4473 views
WHO Chief Urges Uganda to Lift Border Restrictions with Congo Amid Ebola Outbreak

The head of the WHO called the closing of borders an ineffective method of fighting Ebola. He urged Uganda to lift entry restrictions from neighboring Congo.

Health • June 9, 01:57 AM • 4037 views
Ebola outbreak in Africa could exceed the scale of the 2014 epidemic - WHO

In East Africa, 471 cases of Ebola and 82 deaths have been confirmed. Most of the patients are in Congo, while 19 fatalities have been recorded in neighboring Uganda.

Health • June 6, 05:04 PM • 10900 views
WHO Chief Admits Setback in Fight Against Ebola Outbreak in Congo

Congo has confirmed 344 cases of Ebola and 60 deaths due to the spread of the virus. The WHO chief urged against travel restrictions to ensure an effective response.

Health • June 4, 04:40 AM • 4126 views
Two people killed in Kenya during protests over U.S. Ebola center - Reuters

In Kenya, two people were killed during protests against a U. S. quarantine center. A court has suspended construction of the Ebola facility until June 23.

News of the World • June 2, 09:52 AM • 3454 views
EU agrees to establish migrant deportation centers in third countries

The EU will create migrant deportation centers in third countries to accelerate their removal. The new rules provide for tougher sanctions and reduced benefits.

News of the World • June 2, 06:22 AM • 3760 views
Moscow's “Spartak” may fund Ukraine by completing the transfer of a player from Czech club “Slovan”Video

Slovan owner Ondřej Kania is ready to sell Aziz Kayondo to Moscow Spartak. He plans to donate all proceeds to the Embassy of Ukraine.

Sports • June 1, 07:58 PM • 3300 views
Despite hopes for containment, the Ebola outbreak in Congo is gaining momentum – Médecins Sans Frontières

In the DR Congo, 1,100 suspected cases of Ebola and 250 deaths due to a rare strain of the virus have been registered. The disease has already reached neighboring Uganda and Brazil.

Health • May 31, 06:49 AM • 6886 views
WHO Director-General states that Ebola outbreak in Congo can be stopped

Over 900 cases of Ebola and 240 deaths have been recorded in Congo. The WHO considers the outbreak controllable and opposes restrictions on international travel.

Health • May 29, 03:38 AM • 3769 views
WHO identifies three drugs to combat Ebola outbreak in Africa

WHO has selected MBP134, maftivimab, and remdesivir to combat the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola. Obeldesivir is planned for use in disease prevention.

Health • May 29, 02:16 AM • 4086 views
Ebola outbreak in Congo could become the deadliest in history - International Rescue Committee

More than 900 cases of the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain have been recorded in the DR Congo. The IRC warns of the risk of the deadliest epidemic in human history.

Health • May 27, 02:08 PM • 4289 views
The governor of a province in the DR Congo stated that the Ebola outbreak requires a rapid response to prevent a catastrophe

The Congolese governor warned of a catastrophe due to the Ebola outbreak and a lack of resources. The WHO has already declared a public health emergency of international concern.

Health • May 26, 04:21 PM • 5099 views
Over 200 people may have died from Ebola in Congo due to violence and disruption of outbreak response efforts

In Congo, 210 deaths from Ebola have been recorded, but violence and attacks on hospitals are hindering medical workers. Ten countries are now at risk of the virus spreading.

Health • May 25, 04:59 AM • 5205 views
Current Ebola outbreak is the third largest in history - WSJ

In Congo, 750 suspected cases of infection with a rare strain of Ebola have been detected. The virus has already begun to spread to the territory of neighboring Uganda.

Health • May 23, 06:08 PM • 4847 views
Uganda reports new cases of Ebola

In Uganda, the number of Ebola infections has risen to five. The WHO warns of a high risk of an epidemic of a rare strain of the virus in neighboring Congo.

Health • May 23, 03:05 PM • 4747 views
Ebola virus has already caused hundreds of suspected deaths in Africa - WHO

In the DRC, 750 suspected cases of Ebola and 177 deaths have been recorded; the virus has also been detected in Uganda. A sick US citizen has been transported to Germany for treatment.

Health • May 22, 11:57 AM • 3844 views
Vaccine against rare Ebola strain could take months to prepare for trials

Development of a vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain will take months due to testing requirements. Hundreds of cases and deaths have been recorded in the DR Congo and Uganda.

Health • May 19, 07:37 PM • 4013 views
Ebola death toll in Congo rises to 131 amid virus spread

In the DR Congo, 131 deaths and over 513 suspected cases of Ebola have been recorded due to the Bundibugyo strain. The virus has spread to new cities and neighboring Uganda.

Health • May 19, 06:16 AM • 3375 views
Deadly Ebola in Congo: Authorities urgently open new treatment centers

Three treatment centers are being opened in Congo due to an outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain, for which there are no vaccines. The WHO has declared an emergency.

Health • May 18, 10:21 AM • 3906 views
Ebola outbreak in Congo causes alarm due to war and lack of vaccine – BBC

WHO has declared an emergency due to an outbreak of a rare strain of Ebola in Congo. 250 cases and 80 deaths have been recorded in the combat zone.

Health • May 18, 03:33 AM • 4135 views
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda an international emergency

The WHO has declared a state of emergency due to the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in Congo and Uganda. The virus has been detected in the capitals, with dozens of fatalities recorded.

Health • May 17, 04:05 AM • 5961 views
In Congo, the death toll from the new Ebola outbreak has risen to 80 – AP

In Congo, 80 people have died from the Ebola virus, and the disease has spread to Uganda. Authorities have confirmed eight cases, and neighboring countries are tightening border controls.

Health • May 16, 01:11 PM • 4140 views
Following the DR Congo, Uganda confirms a new Ebola virus outbreak

Uganda has recorded an outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus linked to a case from the DR Congo. The patient died in the hospital, and contact tracing is currently underway.

Health • May 16, 12:40 AM • 4038 views
New Ebola outbreak in Congo causes 65 deaths and hundreds of suspected cases

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases of Ebola have been recorded. The virus could spread to Uganda and South Sudan due to migration.

Health • May 15, 10:17 PM • 3588 views
Ugandan General Demands Billion Dollars and Most Beautiful Woman from TurkeyPhoto

Muhoozi Kainerugaba promised to sever diplomatic ties with Ankara within 30 days. He demands monetary compensation and a wife for military assistance.

News of the World • April 12, 06:20 PM • 11976 views
ISIS-linked militants kill over 30 civilians in eastern Congo

ADF rebels attacked the village of Bafwakoa near the Ugandan border and set houses on fire. Victims were killed with machetes, and some people were taken hostage or abducted.

News of the World • April 2, 06:07 PM • 5109 views
UAE reports 16 intercepted Iranian missiles and 42 drones

As a result of the Iranian attack, 11 people were killed and 178 were injured. UAE defense forces successfully destroyed 58 aerial targets within one day.

News of the World • March 29, 01:53 PM • 8599 views
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York's first Muslim mayor, using the Quran for the ceremony for the first timePhoto

Mamdani became New York's first Muslim mayor, taking the oath of office on January 1. He used the Quran for the ceremony, a first in the city's history.

Politics • January 1, 04:28 PM • 5285 views
Money for results: US invests $2.3 billion in African healthcare under new rules

The US State Department has signed memorandums of cooperation with four African countries, investing $1. 4 billion, while recipient countries have pledged to invest more than $900 million of their own resources. The new US approach requires financial discipline and a gradual phasing out of donor aid, with clear benchmarks and consequences for non-compliance.

Economy • December 24, 04:55 PM • 9897 views