Dozens of deaths at Congo camp suggest Ebola could be spreading fast (opens original article in a new tab)

At least 30 people have died in a displacement camp in northeastern Congo since May, with some confirmed Ebola cases, as aid workers report symptoms consistent with the disease and resistance to testing, while funding cuts for sanitation have worsened conditions and hindered Ebola prevention efforts.

• At least 30 people have died in Kigonze camp since May, with some confirmed Ebola cases
• Residents and aid workers report symptoms consistent with Ebola and refusal to allow testing
• Funding cuts for sanitation in Congo have worsened conditions in displacement camps
• USAID's reduced support for WASH services has impacted Ebola prevention efforts
• Ebola cases have been recorded in another camp in the same province