Arson attacks on Ebola treatment centres in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo have exposed the anger in a region beset by violence linked to armed rebel groups. Authorities say the number of suspected cases of Ebola has passed 900.
Attacks on Health Facilities
The World Health Organization has said the outbreak now poses a very high risk for DRC, but that the risk of the disease spreading globally is low. Health workers are facing attacks and shortages as they battle to contain the virus.
Regional Instability
The attacks highlight the challenges of responding to the outbreak in a conflict zone. Armed groups have been active in the region, complicating efforts to treat patients and prevent the spread of the disease.
Suspected Ebola cases in DRC have passed 900, with health workers facing attacks and shortages. The WHO has warned that the outbreak poses a very high risk for DRC, but the global risk remains low.
