AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoEbola Surge in Eastern DRC: DR Congo’s confirmed Ebola cases climbed to 689 with 139 deaths, as 17 new cases and five more deaths were reported in Ituri; health officials warn response is being slowed by weak contact tracing, limited treatment capacity, shortages of infection-control supplies, and community reluctance to allow post-mortem testing. Cross-Border Pressure & Travel Curbs: Israel proposed a temporary entry ban for travellers from DR Congo and several neighbours over Ebola risk, while Uganda condemned “unfair” travel restrictions imposed by countries including the US, arguing they’re disproportionate and could hurt trade and tourism. Aid and Vaccine Push: The US pledged over $200m for Ebola response, and India is fast-tracking a Bundibugyo vaccine with Oxford and CEPI; the WHO director-general said he’s “really worried” after visiting the outbreak area, citing low follow-up of contacts. Local Health Strain: In Bunia, private clinics are on the front line as patients shun public hospitals, and UNHCR reported Ebola-related deaths in an IDP camp. Politics Amid Crisis: In Kinshasa, security forces dispersed a violent opposition protest against constitutional changes that critics say could enable a third presidential term for Tshisekedi.
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