Samson Gerson
Coverage of Samson Gerson in the Nexus archive.
- As Ebola spreads in Congo, a radio station tries to stop health misinformation
An Ebola outbreak in Congo's Bundibugyo region has led to 381 confirmed cases and 63 deaths, with local skepticism and misinformation hindering containment efforts. A radio station in Bunia is using daily programs to combat rumors and provide health updates, addressing distrust fueled by claims of Western conspiracies and financial exploitation.
- As Ebola spreads in Congo, a radio station tries to stop health misinformation
An Ebola outbreak in Congo's Ituri province has led to skepticism and attacks on health workers, with 363 confirmed cases and 62 deaths as of May. A local radio station, Radio Télévision Mont Bleu, is using daily programs and jingles to combat misinformation and educate residents about the Bundibugyo type of Ebola, which has no approved vaccine or treatment.