The Guardian Europe
DR Congo's Ebola Outbreak Wins the Unwanted Title of Deadliest in Country's History
Ebola sets a new, unwanted record in the DRC, with the UN noting it's 'winning' - a race no one entered.
2026-08-17
The Guardian Europe
2026-05-29
The Guardian Europe
WHO Chief Lands in DRC, Declares Ebola Outbreak 'Can Be Stopped' (Which Is Good, Because Stopping It Is the Whole Point)
WHO chief arrives in DRC, assures everyone the Ebola outbreak can be stopped, asks warring factions for a ceasefire, and notes that travel bans don't help much - while neighboring Uganda slams its border shut.
2026-05-15
The Guardian Europe
Ebola Outbreak in DRC Kills 65, Because 16 Outbreaks Apparently Wasn't Enough
Ebola kills 65 in DRC's 17th outbreak since 1976; officials worry about new strain and cross-border spread.
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