Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed more than 4,000 as health workers protest delayed payment
Oct 2, 2026 - 05:43 - 17:43
Congo's Ebola outbreak has resulted in more than 4,000 deaths amid ongoing struggles to contain the virus. Health workers in Bunia protested for unpaid wages, hampering their efforts to track the spread. A Medecins Sans Frontieres aid worker was also infected while working in the region. Insecurity and community resistance further complicate the situation as mistrust of health officials persists.