WHO chief warns DR Congo Ebola outbreak ‘far from being under control’
- Posted on August 18, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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The World Health Organization has expressed serious concerns about the escalating Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, stating that containment efforts remain insufficient. With mortality rates exceeding 46% across nearly 5,000 confirmed cases and over 2,300 deaths, this outbreak represents the most devastating health emergency in the nation's recorded history. International health authorities emphasize the urgent need for strengthened response measures and increased resource allocation to prevent further spread.
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