Kenya Confirms Eighth Ebola Case Amid Regional Outbreak
Kenya has reported its eighth case of Ebola as the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo spreads, with no community transmission yet.
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Major Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads to Kenya with thousands of cases across the region.
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Ebola Outbreak in Congo Spreads to Eighth Province
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached its eighth province, with two cases reported.
Saturday 17 October1 story
Ebola Outbreak in Kenya Raises Concerns Over Containment Efforts
An Ebola outbreak in Kenya has raised concerns among experts due to potential failures in containment efforts.
Friday 16 October4 stories
Kenya Confirms Four New Ebola Cases, Total Now Seven
Kenya has confirmed four new Ebola cases, bringing the total to seven. Three health workers are among the latest cases.
Kenya Confirms Third Ebola Case, DRC Faces Severe Outbreak
Kenya has confirmed a third Ebola case, while the Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing its worst Ebola outbreak, heavily impacting children.
Kenya Ebola Cases Rise, Gaza Faces Catastrophic Food Insecurity
Kenya reports seven Ebola cases, including health workers, while Gaza faces severe food insecurity.
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Spreads to Eighth Province
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached North Ubangi, the eighth province affected.
Thursday 15 October2 stories
Joseph Kabila Leads Rebel Forces in Eastern Congo; Ebola Death Toll Exceeds 4,400
Joseph Kabila, former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has taken over leadership of rebel forces in eastern regions. Meanwhile, the Ebola death toll in the country has surpassed 4,400.
Uganda Launches Ebola Vaccine Trial as Kenya Records Third Case
Uganda is conducting a Phase 1 trial for an Ebola vaccine in Masaka, while Kenya reports a third case linked to the first patient who died.
Wednesday 14 October2 stories
Kenya Reports Second Ebola Case, Relative of First Patient
Kenya has confirmed its second Ebola case, a family member of the first patient, raising concerns about the virus's spread.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Surpasses 9,000 Cases
Congo's Ebola outbreak has surpassed 9,000 cases and 4,381 deaths, spreading across seven provinces.
Tuesday 13 October2 stories
Kenya Ebola Preparedness and Chess Initiative
Kenya faces Ebola preparedness challenges while also launching a chess initiative using recycled plastic.
Kenya Confirms Second Ebola Case in Relative of First Patient
Kenya's Health Ministry confirmed a second Ebola case, a relative of the first patient who died.
Saturday 10 October1 story
Ebola cases reported in eastern DRC and Kenya
Ebola has spread in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, and Kenya has confirmed an imported case. Questions persist about an Ebola patient who traveled across three nations undetected.
Friday 9 October1 story
Congo's Ebola cases surpass 9,000; Kenya tests negative; US measles cases rise
Congo's Ebola cases exceed 9,000, Kenya reports no new cases, and US measles cases rise to 4,080.
Thursday 8 October2 stories
Kenya Reports First Ebola Case; Officials Respond
Kenya has reported its first Ebola case, prompting officials to implement response measures. The case has raised concerns about a potential wider spread in Africa.
Ebola Outbreak Expands in Congo, Responders Report Chaotic Situation
Ebola has created new hotspots in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with responders describing the situation as chaotic. Kenya is on high alert following its first Ebola death.
Wednesday 7 October1 story
Kenya Reports First-Ever Ebola Case and Death
Kenya has reported its first-ever Ebola case, leading to one death and the quarantine of ten people.
Tuesday 6 October3 stories
Kenya Confirms First Ebola Case and Death Imported From Congo
Kenya has reported its first Ebola case and death, involving a man who traveled from Congo. The case marks the first time Ebola has been confirmed in Kenya.
Kenya Confirms First Imported Ebola Case from Congo After Patient Dies
Kenya has confirmed its first Ebola case, imported from the Democratic Republic of Congo, after a patient died in Nairobi. The case was confirmed by health officials.
Kenya confirms first Ebola case after traveler from Congo dies
Kenya has confirmed its first case of Ebola after a man who traveled from the Democratic Republic of Congo died in Nairobi.
Saturday 3 October1 story
France to increase Ebola funding in Congo due to resurgence concerns
France plans to increase funding for Ebola efforts in Congo due to concerns about a resurgence, according to a minister.
Friday 2 October4 stories
Research Underway for Ebola Outbreak Remedy in Congo
A study is underway to find a remedy for the Ebola outbreak in Congo, which is the country's deadliest. Six new Ebola cases have been reported in rebel-held eastern Congo.
Ebola treatment center destroyed as Congo death toll exceeds 4,000
An Ebola treatment center was burned down, and the death toll in Congo has surpassed 4,000.
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 4,000 Deaths
Official figures indicate that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in over 4,000 deaths. An Ebola treatment center was reportedly burned down amid the crisis.
Doctors Without Borders Worker Contracts Ebola in Congo, Evacuated
A Doctors Without Borders employee working on Ebola response in Congo has tested positive for the virus and has been evacuated to the Netherlands.
Thursday 1 October1 story
Mobile Ebola Lab Reduces Diagnosis Times in Congo; Official Mourned
A mobile Ebola laboratory has reduced diagnosis times in the Democratic Republic of Congo. A politician who defended the Ebola response was killed and mourned.
Monday 28 September1 story
Congo Ebola Outbreak Reaches 8,000 Confirmed Cases
The Democratic Republic of Congo reports over 8,000 confirmed Ebola cases, with the disease remaining uncontrolled.
Saturday 26 September2 stories
Incidents of violence and disaster reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo
A politician was beaten to death after promoting Ebola awareness, and over 8,000 Ebola cases have been reported in the DRC. Additionally, at least 12 people died and dozens are missing after a vessel capsized. Women have taken up arms due to rising sexual violence in eastern DRC.
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Expands to Two New Health Zones, WHO Reports
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two additional health zones, according to the World Health Organization. The WHO has confirmed the expansion of the outbreak.
