Western aid cuts cripple Congo’s fight against Ebola outbreak

Western aid cuts have left the Democratic Republic of Congo scrambling to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak.

Ebola outbreak response hampered by funding shortfall

Health officials say the withdrawal of Western financing has stripped teams of critical protective gear, rapid‑test kits and transport capacity. According to a senior epidemiologist, “We are fighting with a fraction of the resources we needed,” a sentiment echoed by field workers on the ground. Aid from major donors fell by ↓30% in the last fiscal year, forcing the Ministry of Health to rely on ad‑hoc contributions. The country, which managed previous epidemics, now faces a surge in cases that could spiral without renewed support. International partners are urged to restore funding before the virus spreads to neighboring regions. For more on the funding gap, see Reuters and AP News.