Some health workers in Congo’s Ebola outbreak go on strike over pay issues as deaths near 600
Summary
Some health workers in eastern Congo’s Ebola outbreak have stopped working to protest not being paid their wages and bonuses since the outbreak began on May 15, 2026. The strike is happening while Ebola cases and deaths continue to rise, and treatment centers are almost full.Key Facts
- The Ebola outbreak affects three provinces in eastern Congo, with Ituri province hardest hit.
- As of now, 1,708 cases and 580 deaths have been reported.
- Health workers say they have not received pay or bonuses since the outbreak started.
- Some workers also complain about limited protective gear and unfair treatment.
- The strike threatens efforts to control the virus, which is spreading fast.
- Treatment centers are near full capacity amid the outbreak.
- Officials say delays in payment are partly due to the closure of Bunia airport, affecting fund delivery.
- Workers protested outside a treatment center, leading to a brief disturbance before police restored order.
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