KINSHASA — The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, met with World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus this week to review the response to an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, officials said.
The talks focused on strengthening containment measures and expanding treatment and diagnostic capacity in affected areas.
The WHO delegation briefed the president on a recent field visit to Bunia, currently the hardest-hit province.
Officials said progress has been made in scaling up testing and treatment services across the region.
An Ebola treatment center established by the World Health Organization has been handed over to national health authorities.
Both sides stressed that community engagement remains central to stopping the outbreak.
They said mobilizing local leaders, strengthening community networks, and promoting safe and dignified burials are key to reducing transmission.
Health officials also urged early detection and prompt treatment, noting that several patients have already recovered after receiving care.
They further agreed that essential health and humanitarian services must continue despite the outbreak response.
The WHO reaffirmed its commitment to remain engaged until the outbreak is contained and to support longer-term health system strengthening in the country.
