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Published on Aug 17, 2026

Ebola outbreak in Congo becomes deadliest in country’s history, kills 2,325 people

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has killed 2,325 people, making it the deadliest Ebola outbreak in the country’s history, according to the latest government data. Congo’s public health institute disclosed the figures on Sunday …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Tackling Ebola, head on, and other stories

(In the weekly Health Matters newsletter, Ramya Kannan writes about getting to good health, and staying there. You can subscribe here to get the newsletter in your inbox.) This past week, the top health story, without any doubt, is the huge crisis that is …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on Aug 24, 2026

Ebola Is Still Killing in Central Africa. These Groups Are Working To Save Lives.

Misinformation and distrust are among the challenges facing public health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo as they confront the second-deadliest Ebola outbreak on record. Even though the virus has faded from U.S. headlines, key organizations are …

Source: KFF Health News - California - Pending
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Remarks by Chargé d'Affaires a.i. of the Permanent Mission of China to the United Nations Ambassador Sun Lei at the UN ...

President, I congratulate Denmark on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month. The Chinese delegation assures you and your team of its full cooperation. I also take this opportunity to commend the Democratic Republic of the Congo for …

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Published on Aug 24, 2026

Pope Leo XIV Calls DRC Ebola Crisis Global as Doses Land, Efficacy Unproven

The first physical shipment of Ebola vaccine reached Congolese soil Friday evening — 16,250 doses of Ervebo touching down at N'djili International Airport in Kinshasa — as Pope Leo XIV issued a rare public call for international solidarity the …

Source: Tech Times - Neutral
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Here are the African nations ranked among the world’s poorest by GDP-PPP per capita in 2026

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | August 26, 2026 KEY POINTS Nigeria dropped 12 places to rank 56th among the world’s 60 poorest countries in Global Finance magazine’s 2026 GDP-PPP per capita ranking, with a per capita figure of $9,532.92 Nine of the 10 countries …

Source: Biz Watch Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Pakistan’s maternal mortality crisis demands urgent action

Pakistan remains among the countries carrying a disproportionately heavy share of the global maternal mortality burden, with a recent United Nations report highlighting the scale of the challenge and the urgent need for stronger healthcare systems, greater …

Source: Weekly Cutting Edge - Pending
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Ebola Outbreak Outpaces Response in DR Congo – UN

The United Nations has warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is spreading faster than the international response, with more than 2,000 people already dead. UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and …

Source: News Central - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 14, 2026

South Africa and UN-Habitat to strengthen partnership with new country office

Pretoria and Nairobi, 13 August 2026 — South Africa and UN-Habitat will launch a new country office in the City of Tshwane, Gauteng, on 14 August. Executive Director of UN-Habitat Anacláudia Rossbach will join South African Minister of Human Settlements …

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Published on Aug 25, 2026

Drug and substance abuse posing socio-economic, security threat — Minister

Sikhumbuzo Moyo, [email protected] THE scourge of drug and substance abuse is no longer a mere health issue, but a social crisis, economic emergency and serious national security threat, Bulawayo Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution …

Source: The Sunday News - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Aug 25, 2026

South Sudan steps up Ebola prepared...

WASHINGTON, DC – SOUTH Sudan is stepping up preparations for a possible Ebola outbreak as health authorities remain concerned about the risk of the virus crossing the border from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The United Nations Office for …

Source: SKNVibes - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Can a vaccine built for one Ebola virus stop another? The World Health Organization is about to find out

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended prioritising the Ervebo vaccine for testing in a clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The vaccine was originally developed to protect against Zaire ebolavirus, the species responsible …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on Aug 13, 2026

Chinese Consul General in Cape Town Ren Faqiang Publishes a Signed Article Titled“One Shared Future: Jointly Promote ...

On August 7, 2026, Chinese Consul General in Cape Town Ren Faqiang published an article titled "One Shared Future: Jointly Promote Women’s All-Round Development" on Independent Media official website. The full article reads as follows: In August …

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Published on Aug 24, 2026

The humanitarian system doesn’t have a funding crisis. It has a power problem.

In northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), an Ebola outbreak is tearing through Ituri province, a region already ravaged by armed conflict and mass displacement. The strain is Bundibugyo – for which there is no vaccine and no treatment – and …

Source: Alliance Magazine - Left-wing
Published on Aug 24, 2026

Build Markets and Build Resilience: The Paradigm Shift to Build Economies and Save Lives Across Africa

The human cost of conflict is immense. Global headlines document the devastating consequences in the Middle East and territories, Sudan, the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Sahel, and beyond. It is a significant cost in terms of both lives …

Source: Malawi 24 - Neutral
Published on Aug 12, 2026

WHO warns Congo’s Ebola outbreak is on track to become deadliest in history

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Nepal death toll rises to more than 330 as dozens of Britons remain missing

The death toll has jumped to 332 after a devastating flash flood on the Nepal–Tibet border, local police said, as 33 British citizens remain missing. Nepali authorities said 258 bodies were recovered and 351 people rescued after floodwater swept along the …

Source: The i paper - Neutral
Published on Aug 25, 2026

Past El Niños offer a warning as unprecedented event looms

Countries across the world are bracing for what is increasingly certain to be a historic El Niño, with latest modelling suggesting the 2026-2027 event will be the strongest ever measured, possibly breaking records by a considerable and dangerous margin. …

Source: Eco-Business - Neutral
Published on Aug 11, 2026

Ebola deaths surpass 2,000 in Congo: World’s fastest-spreading outbreak in history shows no signs of slowing

Democratic Republic of Congo announced Tuesday that confirmed Ebola deaths have reached 2,011. Health officials have called this outbreak the fastest-spreading Ebola epidemic ever recorded. The number keeps climbing, and so does the fear in the communities …

Source: The Statesman (India) - Center-left

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 09:41 GMT

Chargé d'Affaires of the Mission of China to the African Union Zhang Wei Meets Senior Advisor to the AUC Commissioner ...

On August 20, Chargé d'Affaires, a.i. of the Mission of China to the African Union Mr. Zhang Wei met with Mr. Ahmed Zanya Bugre, Senior Advisor to the AUC Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development. The two sides exchanged …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 16:14 GMT

Google Premier Partner in South Africa: Top Click in Top 3%

South Africa's best digital marketing agency, Top Click, confirmed on Google's 2026 Premier Partner list for the 8th Year. A massive achievment. JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Top Click Media …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 15:21 GMT

Joan Brothers as a PRME Advocate Helps Advance Youth Innovation

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sometimes meaningful change begins with a simple introduction. Joan Brothers, a PRME Advocate of the (UNGC) an initiative of the UN Global Compact, helped conduct the …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 12:44 GMT

Influential Women Highlights Brenda Stevens, MA, CBA®: Empowering Local Entrepreneurs And Strengthening Ohio Business

CANTON, OH, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bringing More Than Three Decades of Experience in Entrepreneurship, Higher Education, Workforce Development, and Business Consulting Brenda D. Stevens, MA, CBA®, is a business development …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 15:15 GMT

Refurbished Medical Imaging Devices Market Insights Highlight Segment Expansion And Market Leadership

The Business Research Company's Refurbished Medical Imaging Devices Market Insights Highlight Segment Expansion And Market Leadership LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The refurbished medical …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 23:11 GMT

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment on Marion Island base handed over to M83 team

The Marion Island research base has been successfully handed over to the M83 team, following the coordinated efforts of the research team and personnel from the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) to reactivate the base. A handover …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 12:14 GMT

U.S. Government Representatives to Join Venezuela Reawakening Summit

U.S. officials will provide insights on compliance, market entry, investment risk and business opportunities related to Venezuela. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Venezuela Reawakening Summit today announced …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 17:55 GMT

Full statement on the Cabinet meeting of Wednesday, 26 August 2026

A. Issues in the environment 1. Building economic strength and resilience 1.1. Government and business deepen partnership to accelerate economic growth and job creation 1.1.1. Cabinet welcomed the launch of Phase 3 of the Government-Business Partnership to …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 20:25 GMT

RareGen Announces 5th Annual Membership Summit in Washington, D.C.

Summit will bring members together to review five years of rare disease advocacy, policy engagement, and international work WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RareGen announced that it will host its 5th …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 19:51 GMT

13,200 Pounds of Rice To Be Distributed to Families in North and South Carolina

Local mosques and community partners join Zakat Foundation of America's effort to ease grocery burden for underserved and refugee families amid rising costs DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zakat Foundation of …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Combs Waterkotte Partner Matthew Brown Secures Not Guilty Verdicts on All Felony Counts in Morgan County Assault Trial

Criminal Defense Attorney Matthew Brown secures an acquittal for Jason Edward Shifflett in Morgan County, with not guilty verdicts on all three felony charges. VERSAILLES, MO, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Case Number 23MG …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 16:26 GMT

Italy Loves Dolly Parton: Signing Petition to Rename Nashville Airport

Petition to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton gains momentum, highlighting her cultural influence and the power of reputation. ROMA, ITALY, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just hours after news of Dolly Parton’s …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 16:17 GMT

Greater Washington Urban League Launches Give 8/28 Fundraising Campaign

National Day of Giving Highlights the Critical Role of Black-Led Nonprofits in Strengthening Communities WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL) is launching its Give 8/28 …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 15:21 GMT

Joan Brothers as a PRME Advocate Helps Advance Youth Innovation

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sometimes meaningful change begins with a simple introduction. Joan Brothers, a PRME Advocate of the (UNGC) an initiative of the UN Global Compact, helped conduct the …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Bible with Life Keeps Grief Blessing Songs Private by Default

Songs created for sympathy, grief, healing and comfort are never shown publicly or used in promotion, a protection families should not have to request. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bible with Life has set a …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Accidental Activist: New Podcast Mini-Series Explores What Inspires Ordinary People to Stand Up Against Injustice

The special series from The Activist Lawyer Podcast will debut on August 31 and is sponsored by Humanitas Media MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What turns an ordinary person into an activist? Acclaimed human …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 11:44 GMT

New Voter Education Campaign Launched for People with Mental Health and Addiction Conditions

The campaign, entitled “Nothing About Us Without Our Vote,” includes the release of a Comprehensive Voter Guide for People with Lived Experience. SILVER SPRINGS, MD, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In conjunction with the …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 10:09 GMT

Rinat Akhmetov Gifts Kyiv Apartment to Ukrainian Scientist After Missile Strike

Associate Professor Mykhailo Vysotskyi receives a fully furnished apartment and equipment to resume his scientific work KYIV, UKRAINE, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mykhailo Vysotskyi, PhD in Physics and Mathematics, Associate Professor …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 16:09 GMT

ICRC working paper on critical elements for inclusion in a legally binding instrument to regulate autonomous weapon ...

As States convene for the final session of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW) Group of Governmental Experts (31 August – 4 September 2026), the ICRC presents a working paper that reviews the set of elements contained in the draft report …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

Humanity's Team Sees a Common Thread in Nepal Floods, AI Water Strain and Job Risk

BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Humanity's Team, a 23-year-old global nonprofit focused on a sustainable and flourishing planet, says this week's deadly floods on the Nepal-China border, the strain AI …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 23:34 GMT

MLC Dharmendra Bhardwaj Launches Right to Vote Camps at All 342 Meerut Booths After 61,728 Roll Deletions

After 61,728 roll deletions, MLC Dharmendra Bhardwaj's free voter camps bring roll checks, Form 6/7/8 help and written escalations to all 342 Meerut booths. MEERUT, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 21:13 GMT

Ascendus, MetLife Foundation and Urban Institute to Examine What Happens After a Small Business Owner Reaches Capital

Getting Ready to Grow: How Small Capital Drives Economic Mobility convenes funders, CDFI practitioners and researchers on September 16 in New York and online. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ascendus, a …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 15:26 GMT

RDSP.ca Launches National English Platform for DTC and RDSP Support

The Montreal-based advisory now serves English-speaking families Canada-wide with plain-language guidance on Disability Tax Credit and RDSP eligibility. MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RDSP.ca, an advisory service …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 15:24 GMT

Global Leaders Unite in Kenya for Historic Convening to Help End FGM/C and Child Marriage

CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Around 150 global leaders, including survivors of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and child marriage from 36 countries, will convene in Naivasha, Kenya, for …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Artists Unite in a Musical Declaration for Human Rights and Freedoms

AZADI Songs of Freedom Includes GRAMMY®-Winning and GRAMMY®-Nominated Musicians in Musical Declaration: Freedom Always Triumphs ST. AUGUSTINE, FL, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AZADI Songs of Freedom brings together an …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

One Snohomish County Family, Three Kids, Three Mentors: Big Brothers Big Sisters Says More Are Needed

A Snohomish County family with three kids, each matched to a different mentor, shows what's possible. BBBSPS is recruiting more Bigs to do it again. EVERETT, WA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In one Snohomish County family, …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

AVI Human Services Announces 2026 Transition Impact Award Winners

Annual awards recognize organizations and state programs demonstrating measurable student growth through Pre-Employment Transition Services. LOGAN, UT, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AVI Human Services is pleased to …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 10:28 GMT

Womenpreneur 11th Emirati Women’s Day Summit & Expo 2026 to Bring Together 1,000+ Leaders In Dubai

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Womenpreneur Middle East is set to host the Womenpreneur 11th Emirati Women’s Day Summit & Expo 2026 on August 28 at The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, Dubai, bringing together more than 1,000 …

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