‘There’s no salary’: DRC health workers tell of hardship as Ebola spreads
Health workers in the DRC battle a range of obstacles, from infection risk to angry mob attacks.
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Staff at DR Congo Ebola centre strike as virus continues spreading
Walkout over late payments comes as public health officials confirm that the virus has reached two more provinces.
Fall in funding cuts aid to 1 million women: UN
The US was the first to slash billions in foreign assistance in 2025, but other major donors have followed suit.
Confirmed Ebola deaths in DR Congo hit 600
The number of deaths comes as healthcare workers threaten to walk off the job over a delay in payments.
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Ebola death toll in DR Congo surpasses 500
Nation’s 17th Ebola epidemic is fuelled by the Bundibugyo virus, with no existing vaccine or approved treatment options.
How conflict minerals fuel war in eastern DR Congo amid US sanctions
The move underscores growing scrutiny of the conflict mineral trade fuelling violence in eastern DR Congo.
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12-tonne whale removed from DR Congo beach
A dead whale weighing about 12 tonnes has been recovered from the beaches of Muanda.
Published On 5 Jul 2026
At least 20 drown as boat carrying students after exams sinks in DR Congo
Witnesses say the boat may have been carrying more than 200 passengers.
‘They gave their best’: Congolese reflect on historic World Cup run
The Leopards’ first World Cup in more than 50 years united Congolese supporters, despite defeat to England.
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On the front line of Congo’s Ebola outbreak
Al Jazeera’s Catherine Wambua-Soi reports from Bunia, on the front line of the Ebola response.
Harry Kane double rescues England in comeback win against DR Congo
England survive huge scare against DR Congo to win 2-1 and set up last 16 clash with cohosts Mexico.
