Benin & World Health Organization

Benin: Benin, a commercial hub in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, was significantly affected by the 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak and faces fears of a similar situation with the current Bundibugyo strain.

World Health Organization: The World Health Organization is leading the international response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, revising its risk assessment to 'very high' nationally and launching a $518 million plan to combat the spread. Its efforts are hampered by conflict and community mistrust.

Benin: Benin>>> in Democratic Republic of the Congo — North Kivu>>> reported a positive Ebola case from an individual who traveled from Democratic Republic of the Congo — Bunia>>>.

World Health Organization: The World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern and is monitoring its global spread.