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Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo: death toll exceeds 2 000Gavin BlackburnThe ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed at least 2 011 lives this year, according to the latest official figures. Authorities warn this could become the deadliest epidemic in the country’s history. Government data released overnight shows a total of 4 381 confirmed cases.While the first 1 000 deaths took roughly nine weeks to accumulate, the next 1 000 were recorded in just three weeks—a stark sign that the crisis is spiraling faster than containment efforts.One major obstacle is the difficulty in delivering aid to remote areas, compounded by rebel violence, deteriorating roads, and strikes over unpaid wages among health workers.Dr Jean-Marie Akandabo, treating patients...

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the Senegalese judiciary marked a pivotal moment with the official installation of magistrate Ousmane Diagne as president of the Constitutional Council. The solemn swearing-in ceremony, held in the presence of senior state officials, formalized his appointment following a presidential decree signed by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on July 13, 2026. Replacing a legacy of service Diagne succeeds Mamadou Badio Camara, whose untimely passing in Dakar on April 10, 2025, left the institution vacant for over a year. The delay in filling the position underscored the critical role of constitutional oversight in ensuring the integrity of Senegal's democratic processes. With his appointment, the Constitutional Council regains full operational capacity under new leaders...

Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo surpasses 2000 deathsThe Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed the grim milestone of 2,000 fatalities, according to the latest official figures released this week. The outbreak, which has spread across multiple provinces in the eastern and northeastern regions, is already recognized as the deadliest ever recorded in the country.Over 4,300 confirmed casesThe outbreak has resulted in 2,011 deaths out of 4,381 confirmed cases, as reported by Congolese health authorities this week. The mortality rate stands at 45.9%. Originating in Ituri Province in the northeast, the virus has since spread to neighboring regions including North Kivu, where ongoing conflict has left healthcare infrastructure severely weakened. This outbr...

Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo crosses 2,000 death tollCamille LAFFONTtue. 11 aug. 2026 at 11:17 am UTCAdd Yahoo as your preferred source to view our articles on Google.The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues its relentless spread, now claiming over 2,000 lives—drawing closer to the devastating 2018–2020 epidemic, the deadliest in the nation’s history.The DRC declared its 17th Ebola outbreak on May 15, weeks behind schedule. Health officials warn this may become the largest Ebola epidemic ever recorded globally, according to Sania Nishtar, CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.The latest official figures from Congolese health authorities, released Tuesday, report 2,011 deaths out of 4,381 confirmed cases. The grim milestone of 1,000 deaths was sur...

Legal response from Sani Mouhamadou’s counsel refutes claims in rival counsel’s statement In a formal right of reply, counsel for Sani Mouhamadou, Me Mélissa Nyoth, has categorically denied assertions made in a recent press release attributed to the legal team of Léopold Maxime Eko Eko. The statement, circulated widely on social media, alleges that Sani Mouhamadou had falsely implicated Cameroon’s Directorate General of External Research (DGRE) in contractual dealings during 2020. The contested document claims that Sani Mouhamadou approached Léopold Maxime Eko Eko with service proposals, which were ultimately rejected due to a lack of verifiable credentials. It further denies any formal request for information or contractual engagement between the two parties. However, Sani Mouhamadou’s ...

Senegal parliament advances transparency drive with constitutional reform Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal's National Assembly, convened the first extraordinary session of the year on Monday, August 10, setting in motion a high-stakes legislative agenda. Over the next fifteen days, lawmakers will deliberate five key bills, two of which were fast-tracked by the ruling Pastef party amidst escalating tensions between the Prime Minister's office and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's administration. Key reforms target transparency and governance The legislative push centers on two urgent proposals designed to reshape Senegal's political landscape. The first seeks to amend Article 37 of the Constitution, mandating that the President publicly disclose their assets not only upon taking o...