International05 June 2026

WHO announces 580 million USD six-month plan to fight Ebola

The World Health Organization ​chief announced a $580 million ‌six-month plan to fight Ebola on Friday, ​voicing optimism ​that the outbreak could be ⁠contained.


"We're not ​starting from zero, this ​plan draws from previous outbreaks and recent health ​emergencies," said WHO ​Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, announcing ‌a ⁠joint plan with Africa Centres for Disease Control and ​Prevention ​from ⁠June to November.

"Containing Ebola requires ​political commitment, sustained ​finances ⁠and trust in engaging the communities," ⁠he ​said.

-Reuters
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