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Statement on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by Tom Fletcher, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, 9 July 2026
By UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs at ReliefWeb
· July 13, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, South Sudan, Uganda . 9 July 2026 We need to move faster to break the back of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Ituri province remains the centre of the outbreak, but the virus is spreading across other provinces where conflict
Key takeaway 9 July 2026 We need to move faster to break the back of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Why this matters
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has significant implications for Christian charity and humanitarian relief efforts in the region. With over 1,700 people infected and 600 dead, the crisis is exacerbating existing challenges such as conflict, hunger, and displacement. The response efforts, led by the World Health Organization and supported by the Government, are critical to containing the outbreak. However, recent cuts in humanitarian funding have hindered the response, highlighting the need for sustained and flexible support from donors. The activation of the System-Wide Scale-Up and the deployment of a Senior Ebola Coordinator demonstrate a coordinated approach to addressing the crisis. As the outbreak spreads across borders, it is essential for neighboring countries, including Uganda, South Sudan, and Burundi, to remain vigilant and prepared. The release of $60 million from the Central Emergency Response Fund is a crucial step, but ongoing support from the international community is necessary to combat the outbreak and address the broader humanitarian needs in the region.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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