An Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has claimed over 200 lives. This is the worst outbreak at this stage, with thousands of potential contacts. The situation is difficult due to insecurity and funding delays. Efforts are underway to control the spread and develop treatments. Contact tracing is a major challenge.

Africa CDC warns the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could become one of Africa’s worst epidemics as deaths surpass 190, cases exceed 800 and thousands of…

The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has claimed 204 deaths, with 894 confirmed cases, Africa’s Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said.

At least 894 Ebola cases have been confirmed so far since the outbreak was announced on May 15, according to the African agency.