Timid School Year Start in Bunia Amid Ebola Fears

The school year for 2026-2027 started on September 1 in Ituri, but in Bunia, many parents are hesitant to send their children to school due to the resurgence of Ebola. Classrooms are often empty, and parents fear contamination, especially since protective measures are considered insufficient. School authorities are trying to reassure by gradually deploying protective equipment and suspending recess to limit contact between students.