Ebola in DRC: Food aid for frontline response teams in Bunia

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: June 3, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of Congo

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Ebola in DRC: Food aid for frontline response teams in Bunia

The World Food Programme delivered food supplies to communities affected by the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The World Health Organization reported 321 confirmed cases and 48 deaths as of May 31. Nine cases were confirmed in Uganda, including one death. Food assistance aims to keep patients in isolation at health facilities.

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