As Congo grapples with Ebola, volunteers cook up meals to support patients and health workers
Summary
In eastern Congo, volunteers are preparing meals to support patients and health workers at medical centers treating Ebola. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo species of the Ebola virus, with over 300 cases confirmed in Congo and some cases in neighboring Uganda.Key Facts
- Volunteers cook and deliver meals to Ebola patients and medical staff in Bunia, Congo.
- The Ebola virus strain involved is the Bundibugyo species.
- As of early June 2026, there have been 321 confirmed Ebola cases and 48 deaths in eastern Congo.
- Neighboring Uganda reported nine cases and one death and closed its border with Congo as a precaution.
- The region was already facing a severe food crisis due to conflict and displacement before the Ebola outbreak.
- The World Food Program is involved in food support but struggles due to cuts in international aid.
- Local attacks on health workers have hindered Ebola containment efforts.
- The World Health Organization has declared this Ebola outbreak a global health emergency.
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