The World Bank Group Commits USD 243 Million responding to the Ebola Outbreak – The Tanzania Times

Author: tanzaniatimes.netPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of Congo

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The World Bank Group Commits USD 243 Million responding to the Ebola Outbreak – The Tanzania Times

The World Bank Group has made USD 243 million available to combat the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. This funding combines existing and new financing to strengthen surveillance, laboratories, and protect healthcare workers. The goal is to contain the spread, save lives, and preserve essential health services. The World Bank reaffirms its commitment to resilient health systems by 2030.

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