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DR Congo: Africa CDC Welcomes Pandemic Fund’s US$220m Support for Bundibugyo Virus Outbreak Response
By Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention at ReliefWeb
· June 18, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda .6 million emergency financing package from the Pandemic Fund to support efforts to contain the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak and protect at-risk countries across Central and Eastern Africa. The financing will facilitate implementation of the joint Afr
Key takeaway 6 million emergency financing package from the Pandemic Fund to support efforts to contain the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak and protect at-risk countries across Central and Eastern Africa.
Why this matters
The Pandemic Fund's $220 million support for the Bundibugyo virus outbreak response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda highlights the critical need for coordinated regional efforts to combat public health emergencies. The financing will bolster the implementation of the Africa CDC-World Health Organization Continental Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan, which aims to contain the outbreak and prevent further regional spread. By mobilizing existing projects and providing expedited financing, the Pandemic Fund is enabling a robust response across Central and Eastern Africa, supporting countries such as South Sudan, Rwanda, and Kenya. This investment in national and regional capacities will not only help bring the current outbreak under control but also strengthen preparedness for future health threats, ultimately protecting vulnerable communities and promoting regional health security. The response plan's focus on emergency coordination, surveillance, and laboratory testing will be crucial in mitigating the spread of the Bundibugyo virus.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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