Ebola kills thousands in Congo
The death toll and number of Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have risen to 3,676 deaths out of 7,614 cases as of September 18, with a fatality rate of 48.3%. These figures reflect the extent of human losses and significant humanitarian and security challenges in the affected areas. A recent study revealed that the new strain of the virus, which emerged during the outbreak, resulted from animal-to-human transmission, thereby increasing the risk of other strains emerging. International organizations, including the World Health Organization, continue their efforts to contain the spread and strengthen the health response amid a situation considered anregional emergency and a threat to both the East African region and the international community.
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