AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEbola Emergency: DR Congo’s outbreak has reached 9,144 confirmed cases and 4,410 deaths. Africa CDC says infections have begun to decline, but hotspots are shifting and gaps in surveillance remain. WHO says a vaccine trial is due to begin soon; the World Bank has pledged $93 million for the response. Regional Spread: Kenya confirmed a second case in a relative of its first patient, detected while he was in quarantine. Officials report no wider community spread. Eastern Conflict: Former president Joseph Kabila now leads a new coalition uniting political and military figures from AFC and M23. The group says it will challenge President Félix Tshisekedi’s government, including by force, raising fears for peace efforts. Health Services: DR Congo health-sector unions have announced a nationwide strike starting October 15, demanding unpaid allowances, promotions and other employment changes as the Ebola response strains services.
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