The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has received emergency pharmaceutical and medical supplies donated by the Government and people of India to support response efforts to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The supplies were received in Uganda by Africa CDC’s Eastern Africa Regional Collaboration Centre (RCC) before being deployed to support affected communities in eastern DRC, where the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola continues to drive concern among health authorities.
According to Africa CDC, the donated materials include essential diagnostics, therapeutics, infection prevention and control supplies, and case management equipment aimed at strengthening response operations on the ground.
The agency said the support will enhance ongoing containment efforts, particularly in areas facing logistical challenges and limited access due to insecurity and displacement linked to the outbreak.
Africa CDC noted that timely access to medical supplies remains critical in controlling Ebola transmission, especially in remote and hard-to-reach communities in eastern DRC.
It expressed appreciation to the Government and people of India for what it described as continued solidarity and commitment to strengthening health security across the African continent.
The agency said international cooperation remains vital in responding to public health emergencies, particularly in outbreaks that require rapid deployment of resources and cross-border coordination.
It added that the supplies will be distributed to frontline responders working in affected areas to support diagnosis, treatment, and infection prevention efforts.
Africa CDC reaffirmed its commitment to working with partners to strengthen preparedness, improve response capacity, and protect lives across member states facing epidemic threats.
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