Africa CDC has mobilized $700 million to combat Ebola, with $452 million already disbursed. Director General Jean Kaseya detailed the figures during a Space live interview on Wednesday.
Why it mattersThe funding supports the scale of the organization's role in managing the virus outbreak.
The DRC government launched an emergency system on Thursday between Kisangani and Kinshasa. According to an official statement, the measures aim to prevent the spread of the Bundibugyo virus along the country's main waterway.
Why it mattersThe restrictions target the primary fluvial transport route to stop the virus from moving between major cities.
The African Volleyball Confederation (CAVB) officially withdrew the organization of the 2026 Men's African Nations Championship from the DRC on Thursday. The event will now be held in Tunis.
Why it mattersThe relocation is a result of the Ebola outbreak in the DRC.
De facto governor Patrick Busu Bwa Ngwi Shombo has prohibited the broadcast of political programs and news from Kinshasa. The ban applies to all areas under the rebellion's control in South Kivu.
Why it mattersResidents in these zones are now blocked from accessing official government information and political broadcasts from the capital.
Provincial deputy Stéphane Muanda has requested a judicial investigation into several mining companies and provincial officials. The request follows an investigative report published Saturday, Aug. 15, alleging illegal gold exploitation in the Luiza territory.
Why it mattersThe probe targets provincial authorities and companies to address the unauthorized extraction of mineral resources in Kasaï-Central.