Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention 36d ago

As the Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain spreads across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, Africa CDC Director General H.E. Dr Jean Kaseya speaks to FRANCE 24 English on the growing regional threat and Africa’s coordinated response. In this interview, Dr Kaseya discusses: ▪️ Why 10 African countries are now considered at risk ▪️ The urgent need to strengthen surveillance, diagnostics, and preparedness ▪️ Public mistrust and challenges facing response efforts on the ground ▪️ Africa’s push for health sovereignty and local leadership ▪️ The continental response plan requiring USD 319 million ▪️ Why global solidarity and immediate funding are critical to contain the outbreak 📍 Interview conducted from Kampala, Uganda | 23 May 2026