Ebola in Ituri: Roger Kamba launches health counter-offensive with new treatment centers

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: May 18, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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The Ituri province is facing a new Ebola outbreak, confirmed by the government with over 80 deaths. Suspected cases have been identified in the health zones of Bunia, Mongbwalu, and Rwampara, with the circulating strain being Bundibugyo, for which no approved vaccine exists. In response, Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba announced the deployment of new treatment centers to contain the outbreak.

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