Democratic Republic of the Congo

A British Airways Airbus A380 took a seven-hour flight to nowhere on a journey from Johannesburg, South Africa, bound for London. The plane reportedly U-turned over the Democratic Republic of the Congo after experiencing technical issues with its weather radar, leading it to return near its starting point.

A new Ebola vaccine trial for the Bundibugyo species is underway in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as the outbreak spreads, with rising cases and deaths. The World Health Organization noted efforts to develop the world's first vaccine for this strain, though results may take months.

Peace talks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have stalled, prompting questions about whether a national dialogue can offer a solution. A source warns the dialogue must avoid being used to cling to power or negotiate political posts.

New UN-backed centers have opened in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo as confirmed Ebola cases continue to climb sharply, marking the largest outbreak of the disease in the country's history.

A bridge collapse in Hombo village, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, on June 3 caused several people to fall into the river. The bridge is part of failing critical infrastructure in an area with a lucrative mine.

Virunga Park in eastern DRC is using health checkpoints and surveillance to contain an Ebola outbreak and protect endangered mountain gorillas. The measures aim to prevent the spread of the disease among both humans and wildlife.

The World Health Organization (WHO) states the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) is the worst ever, with the strain having killed 1,587 people. There is currently no approved vaccine or treatment for the disease.

Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Jeanne Shaheen urge the State Department to release $608 million in aid and $1.7 million in family-planning supplies to address an Ebola outbreak in East Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The senators argue that providing family-planning resources and supporting health clinics can prevent deaths among women and fetuses affected by the virus.

Senators Lisa Murkowski and Jeanne Shaheen urged the State Department to release $608 million in congressionally-approved family-planning funds and $1.7 million in stored medical supplies to address an Ebola outbreak in East Africa. The lawmakers emphasized the urgency of providing resources to women and infants in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the virus has caused over 3,500 cases and 1,556 deaths.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has rapidly expanded with thousands of new cases in the past week. Over 1,500 people have died since the outbreak was declared on April 15.

Bipartisan senators urge Secretary of State Marco Rubio to allocate $608 million in family planning funds and release $1.7 million in contraceptive supplies to address maternal health crises in the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid an Ebola outbreak. They also seek a humanitarian exemption to resume U.S. support for UNFPA, which was halted by the Trump administration, citing rising maternal deaths and risks from Ebola during pregnancy.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the fastest-growing in the virus's history, with 3,360 confirmed cases and 1,487 deaths recorded. A vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain may take months to deploy, and conflict in affected areas is hindering health responses.

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has surpassed 1,500 deaths, with 3,442 recorded cases as of Tuesday. The Bundibugyo virus strain, which has no approved vaccines or treatments, is driving the fastest-growing outbreak, hindered by delays in contact tracing, community mistrust, and violence disrupting health efforts.

An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo that spread to Uganda may have killed people for weeks before detection. Médecins Sans Frontières reported at least 55 deaths since April 2026, highlighting challenges in identifying outbreaks amid conflicts.

The UN emergency food agency has called for immediate funding, stating that increasing hunger is hindering the response to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which has now affected over 3,200 people.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) filed a case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), alleging violations of four human rights treaties including genocide, racial discrimination, gender-based violence, and torture. The DRC claims Rwanda failed to prevent or punish these acts, particularly against Hutu and Nyindu communities, and is accused of supporting armed groups like the Mouvement du 23 mars/Alliance Fleuve Congo (M23/AFC).

Uganda declares itself free of Ebola after the last patient was discharged in mid-June, with the outbreak linked to a larger one in neighboring Congo. Enhanced surveillance found no further transmission in Uganda, but Congo's outbreak remains severe with over 3,200 confirmed cases and 1,437 deaths.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo's eastern provinces, North and South Kivu, face persistent insecurity due to armed groups, with the M23 movement controlling large areas. President Félix Tshisekedi's national dialogue aims to address these challenges as part of broader peace efforts.

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has resulted in over 1,000 deaths and around 2,500 confirmed cases, making it the fastest-spreading outbreak ever recorded. Experts are urging increased funding to address the crisis.

Health-care workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are managing the third-largest Ebola outbreak in history while risking their own infection.

The WTO warns that rising global demand for critical minerals like lithium and cobalt risks fueling conflict in resource-rich regions, particularly in Africa, but also presents an opportunity for economic transformation if managed through local processing and international cooperation. The UN highlights how mineral exploitation in Congo and Sudan has exacerbated violence, while urging resource-rich nations to leverage their reserves for inclusive growth.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to expand despite containment efforts by UN health teams and partners. As of July 19, the DRC Government reported 2,423 confirmed cases, including 967 deaths and 469 recoveries. The World Health Organization (WHO) has noted signs of stabilization in the outbreak.

A UK resident who was evacuated from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is being monitored in a London hospital after potential exposure to the Ebola virus. The worker had been treating patients during an outbreak in the DRC, as reported by the UK Health Security Agency.

A suspected Ebola case is being monitored at a London hospital following exposure in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Health authorities are assessing the situation to determine if further action is required.

Canada will temporarily deny entry to foreign nationals who have been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the past 21 days as part of new border measures to combat the spread of Ebola.

As of 15 July 2026, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) reports 2,124 confirmed Ebola cases and 828 deaths. The outbreak remains active, according to a report by Premium Times Nigeria.

Government allied Wazalendo militiamen in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo have threatened to kill or capture a reporter and burn down a radio station due to unfavorable coverage. Frontlines are shifting under diplomatic pressure for peace in the region.

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is the third largest on record and is spreading faster than previous outbreaks during the first month. Uganda has reached a milestone in response efforts.

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the third-largest ever recorded, with over 2,000 cases and 754 deaths. The article highlights improved detection and response capabilities in Africa, including faster testing and vaccine deployment, but expresses concern about the reduced U.S. involvement in global health crises.

Ghana, Namibia, and the DRC are driving Africa's economic growth through increased trade and resource production. China-Africa trade reached $295.6 billion in 2024, while Africa's lithium production share rose to 10.6% in 2025. The DRC is projected to become sub-Saharan Africa's fifth-largest economy by 2026.

UNICEF's Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Gilles Fagninou, emphasized the need for stronger collective action and faster response to contain Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) after visiting Ituri.

A new monkey species, Colobus congoensis (likweli), with a mask-like face and strong body odor, has been identified in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the fifth new African monkey species documented in 75 years and exhibits ancestral traits resembling Asian colobine monkeys. Genetic analysis confirmed its distinct lineage, splitting from a relative 4-5 million years ago.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has set annual cobalt export quotas at 96,600 metric tons for 2026 and 2027, which is less than half of the 2024 output. Chinese state-owned enterprises control about 80% of the DRC’s cobalt output and up to 90% of global refining capacity. Exporters are required to make royalty pre-payments.

Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have surpassed 2,000 with a death toll of 754. Health workers in Ituri province are striking over unpaid wages, exacerbating the crisis.

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is the fastest-growing ever, with infections of the Bundibugyo species reaching record highs and most new cases arising from unknown transmission chains.

A man is wanted in the UK for the murder of his wife and two daughters. The WHO warns that Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) may be four times higher than reported. The Leopards' jacket is highlighted as a Congolese success story.

The Trump administration is blocking Americans who recently visited the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) from returning to the U.S. until they spend 21 days in a third country, using a do-not-board list to prevent commercial flights. This measure aims to curb Ebola transmission, following similar restrictions on green card holders and cruise ship passengers, and reflects a stricter approach compared to past outbreaks.

A second American was infected with Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and evacuated to Germany. The DRC's Ministry of Health reports over 1,900 cases and more than 700 deaths from the outbreak.

The WHO warns that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, which has infected nearly 2,000 people and caused over 700 deaths, could be two to four times larger than official figures.

A US national who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has arrived in Germany for treatment. The Trump administration has barred American citizens in the DRC from traveling to the US on commercial flights.