27/08/2026
The Congo River serves as a critical transport network for millions of people travelling for trade, livelihoods, family visits and essential services.
As Ebola continues to spread in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, IOM is supporting a new government-led initiative to strengthen disease surveillance, early detection and response along the river.
The Congo River Initiative will support stronger health measures at key ports and help authorities detect and respond to potential cases more quickly.
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