Ebola outbreak in DR Congo: Violence and mistrust hamper response | DW News

More than 200 people are believed to have died in an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Health workers face arson attacks, while some residents continue large gatherings despite restrictions. Authorities warn the risk remains high within the country, even as efforts continue to prevent a wider spread. DW bureau chief Wendy Bashi in Kinshasa explains what measures the capital is taking.

Chapters: 00:00 Ebola outbreak and growing resistance 00:23 Church gatherings despite restrictions 01:22 Attacks on treatment centres escalate crisis 02:16 Kinshasa takes precaution measures 03:23 What's driving mistrust and attacks 05:08 Government steps to contain spread

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