Ebola Response: Statement from the Director General, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)
On 15 May 2026, Africa CDC (https://AfricaCDC.org/) alerted the continent and the global community to the growing risk of regional spread of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak originating from Ituri province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The affected area is characterised by high population mobility, insecurity, and intense cross-border connectivity with […]
Radio News Release (Soundbite): Special Briefing on Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak Status | May 16, 2026
Listen to the soundbite Download the soundbite Stay informed on the latest developments regarding the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak. Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (https://AfricaCDC.org/) led a coordinated regional response in close collaboration with health authorities in affected member states. The special briefing led by Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director General, Africa Centres […]
United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) shores up patrols in Nasir as communities cautiously return
Nasir in South Sudan’s Upper Nile state, was once a vibrant town, a place where families farmed, children played, and life moved at an easy pace along the banks of the Sobat River. When conflict erupted, that changed almost overnight. In early 2025, armed clashes spread rapidly, forcing families to flee. Homes were abandoned. Livelihoods […]
World Health Organization (WHO) convenes partners to strengthen Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
As part of efforts to support the ongoing response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the World Health Organization convened governments, partners and technical agencies to align response priorities and reinforce preparedness across affected and neighbouring countries. The outbreak has affected several health zones in Ituri Province, including Mongbwalu, Rwampara […]
Dr. Rasha Kelej and African & Asian First Ladies mark “World Hypertension Day” by building Cardiovascular Preventive, Cardiology, Diabetes Care and Endocrinology capacity through 997 Specialized Scholarships for 52 countries
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks ‘World Hypertension Day 2026’ together with First Ladies of Africa and Asia, and their partners Ministries of Health, Medical Societies, and Academia, through their Nationwide Diabetes&Hypertension Blue Points Program. Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), CEO of Merck Foundation shared, “At Merck Foundation we mark […]
