Some health workers in Congo's Ebola outbreak go on strike over pay issues as deaths near 600
Summary
Healthcare workers in Congo's Ituri province are striking over unpaid wages amid the worsening Ebola outbreak that has caused nearly 600 deaths, threatening response efforts.
Key Points
- Healthcare workers in Congo's Ituri province are on strike due to delayed payments amid an escalating Ebola outbreak.
- The Ebola outbreak has recorded 1,708 cases and 580 deaths, marking the worst initial month on record.
- Treatment centers are nearing full capacity, while security concerns and population movement are fueling the virus spread.
- Government officials acknowledge payment delays linked to logistical challenges but assure worker support amid protests and public concerns.
