International NGO World Vision expresses grave concern over the Ebola (Bundibugyo strain) outbreak declared in the DRC on May 15, 2026. With no approved vaccines or treatments, the virus is spreading rapidly across conflict-prone regions. Vulnerable children face imminent threats to their lives and futures, including loss of education and displacement.
On May 15, the DRC Ministry of Health declared the outbreak in north-eastern Ituri province. The WHO designated this as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on May 16. As of May 19, over 500 suspected cases and 131 deaths have been reported in the DRC, with cases spreading to Goma and crossing into Uganda.
World Vision's DRC office declared a 'Category 3: National Response' on May 20. Key activities include community awareness, epidemiological surveillance, staff protection, and psychosocial support. In Ituri, where 900,000 IDPs reside, malnutrition is severely weakening children's immunity. World Vision is working closely with health authorities to contain the spread and protect the most vulnerable families.
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- Source: PR TIMES
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