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World: Africa CDC calls for urgent US$18 million to close the funding gap on critical research ready to commence
By Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention at ReliefWeb
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: World, Democratic Republic of the Congo . No licensed vaccine or treatment exists for the Bundibugyo strain, and without immediate financing the response is at risk of collapse. ADDIS ABABA, 30 June 2026 – Africa CDC commends the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, clinica
Key takeaway No licensed vaccine or treatment exists for the Bundibugyo strain, and without immediate financing the response is at risk of collapse.
Why this matters
The urgent call for $18 million in funding to support clinical trials for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola highlights the critical need for timely financing in global health crises. Without a licensed vaccine or treatment, the response to this outbreak is particularly challenging, and the absence of sufficient funding threatens to derail the progress made so far. The fact that financing for vaccine trials is largely in place, but a significant gap remains for therapeutics, underscores the complexity of addressing emerging health threats. The international community's ability to respond effectively to this outbreak will depend on its willingness to provide the necessary resources to close this funding gap. As the outbreak poses a risk of regional and international transmission, the stakes are high, and the need for swift action is paramount. The success of this effort will depend on the ability of governments, philanthropic organizations, and private sector partners to come together to provide the necessary funding.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Countries: World, Democratic Republic of the Congo . No licensed vaccine or treatment exists for the Bundibugyo strain, and without immediate financing the response is at risk of collapse. ADDIS ABABA, 30 June 2026 – Africa CDC commends the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, clinica
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