DR Congo: As the Ebola outbreak spreads in DRC, IRC trains community leaders to strengthen early detection and combat misinformation

Community leaders are being trained to help combat the spread of Ebola. This effort aims to raise awareness and address concerns among locals. In Ituri province, a significant challenge is misinformation about the disease.

Efforts are underway to counter this through local networks. Further details about the outbreak and community engagement efforts are available from the International Rescue Committee, which is working to support the local community.