DR Congo begins Ebola vaccinations amid deadliest outbreak

THE NEWS: The Democratic Republic of Congo has begun vaccinating people against Ebola, launching the campaign on Thursday in Kisangani, the capital of Tshopo province, with healthcare workers and other frontline staff among the first to receive the vaccine.

DETAILS:

• The outbreak being addressed is the deadliest Ebola outbreak on record in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
• Dr. Samuel‑Roger Kamba, the country’s Health Minister, announced the effort and said, “In collaboration with all our technical and financial partners, and after consulting with our leading scientists, we have decided to use the tried‑and‑true…”.
• The vaccination drive targets frontline personnel first, aiming to curb the spread of the disease.

FAQ

When did the Democratic Republic of Congo start its Ebola vaccination campaign?
The vaccination campaign was launched on Thursday, with the first doses administered in Kisangani, the capital of Tshopo province.

Which city and province hosted the initial Ebola vaccinations in the DRC?
Kisangani, the capital of Tshopo province, was the launch site for the Ebola vaccination campaign.

Who announced the Ebola vaccination effort in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
Dr. Samuel‑Roger Kamba, the Health Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, announced the vaccination campaign.

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