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DR Congo: Selon Oxfam, l'ampleur de l'épidémie d'Ebola serait sous-estimée
By Oxfam at ReliefWeb
· June 15, 2026
· 1 min read
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda . Dans l'un des épicentres de l'épidémie d'Ebola en République démocratique du Congo (RDC), seul un établissement de santé sur cinq dispose d'assez d’eau potable, selon de nouvelles données recueillies sur le terrain par Oxfam. Ces résultats soulèv
Key takeaway Dans l'un des épicentres de l'épidémie d'Ebola en République démocratique du Congo (RDC), seul un établissement de santé sur cinq dispose d'assez d’eau potable, selon de nouvelles données recueillies sur le terrain par Oxfam.
Why this matters
The severity of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo may be underestimated, according to Oxfam, with new data revealing that only one in five health facilities in one of the epicenters has access to sufficient clean water. This lack of basic resources hinders the ability of healthcare workers to properly contain and treat the disease, exacerbating the crisis. The situation is further complicated by the outbreak's proximity to Uganda, raising concerns about potential cross-border transmission. Faith-based organizations and Christian charities, many of which are ECFA-accredited and have experience in disaster relief, may play a critical role in addressing the crisis by providing medical aid, sanitation support, and other essential services. As the situation continues to unfold, it will be crucial to monitor the response efforts and ensure that affected communities receive the necessary assistance to combat the outbreak.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 15, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda . Dans l'un des épicentres de l'épidémie d'Ebola en République démocratique du Congo (RDC), seul un établissement de santé sur cinq dispose d'assez d’eau potable, selon de nouvelles données recueillies sur le terrain par Oxfam. Ces résultats soulèv
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