Baraka Bulambulu
Coverage of Baraka Bulambulu in the Nexus archive.
- Ebola cases in Congo near 300 as more joyful stories from recovered medical workers emerge
Congo reports 282 confirmed Ebola cases in an outbreak linked to the Bundibugyo virus, with 42 deaths in Congo and one in Uganda. Recovery stories of medical workers highlight progress despite challenges in containment, while a $62 million commitment accelerates vaccine development.
- Ebola survivors honored as one recalls ‘indescribable joy’ at recovering, while Congo cases near 300
Congo's Ebola outbreak has confirmed 282 cases, primarily in Ituri province, with survivors sharing stories of recovery. The Bundibugyo virus species has no approved treatment or vaccine, and the World Health Organization highlights challenges in containment. Uganda has closed its border with Congo to limit spread.
- Ebola survivors honored as one recalls 'indescribable joy' at recovering, while Congo cases near 300
Congo's Ebola outbreak has confirmed 282 cases, primarily in Ituri province, with survivors sharing recovery experiences. The Bundibugyo virus, lacking approved treatments or vaccines, has spread across 22 health zones. The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations pledged $62 million for experimental vaccines, while WHO honored health workers as survivors.
- Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo reach 282 as survivors describe their recoveries
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo have reached 282, primarily in Ituri province, with survivors including health workers sharing their recovery stories. The outbreak faces challenges in detection, isolation, and contact tracing, and neighboring Uganda has closed its border with Congo. The World Health Organization and Congo's health ministry are involved in the response.
- WHO chief reports 5 Ebola recoveries as a new treatment center opens in eastern Congo
Five patients have recovered from the Bundibugyo species of Ebola in eastern Congo, as a new treatment center opens in Bunia. The World Health Organization reported 134 confirmed cases in Congo and Uganda, with 18 deaths, while challenges like misinformation and limited resources hinder the response.