The civil society organization, Forces vives de la République démocratique du Congo, has recommended urgent enhancement of community sensitization activities to limit the spread of Ebola in the Tshopo province, located in the northeastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This recommendation was made during an interview with the Congolese press agency on September 23, 2026. According to Franck Linaito, vice-president of the organization, the society has been actively engaged in sensitizing the population on hygiene principles and measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
Linaito stated that since the initial suspicions of the virus, the organization has been working to educate the population on the importance of hygiene and adherence to barrier measures. Following the confirmation of the virus in Kisangani, the organization intensified its sensitization efforts. With the increasing number of confirmed cases, the organization believes that reinforcing community sensitization is now an urgent necessity. The organization continues to carry out targeted sensitization activities, particularly in areas with high population movement from neighboring provinces.
The civil society organization recently conducted a mission to the Bafwasende territory, where they organized sensitization sessions in several areas, including the Kondolo sector, Bekeni, and Bafwasende-centre, as well as in zones close to the border with the Haut-Uélé province. These efforts aim to educate the population on the risks of Ebola and the importance of adhering to preventive measures to curb the spread of the virus.
According to Linaito, the organization has not been inactive, having initiated sensitization activities from the early stages of the outbreak. The organization’s efforts have been focused on raising awareness about the virus, its transmission, and the necessary precautions to prevent its spread. By enhancing community sensitization, the organization hopes to reduce the transmission of the virus and contain the outbreak.
The Ebola outbreak in Kisangani has raised concerns among local communities, with many calling for increased awareness and education on the virus. The civil society organization’s efforts have been instrumental in raising awareness and promoting preventive measures. However, with the rising number of cases, there is a growing need for sustained and enhanced community sensitization to combat the spread of the virus.
The organization’s call for enhanced community sensitization is echoed by the growing number of Ebola cases in the region. As of September 23, 2026, the situation remains a concern, with efforts underway to contain the outbreak. The civil society organization’s efforts, in collaboration with local authorities and health agencies, aim to mitigate the impact of the outbreak and prevent further spread of the virus.
The situation in Kisangani highlights the importance of community engagement and sensitization in controlling outbreaks. The civil society organization’s proactive approach to raising awareness and promoting preventive measures serves as a model for other regions affected by Ebola. By working together, local communities, organizations, and authorities can help contain the outbreak and prevent further spread of the virus.
Key points
- Civil society groups in Kisangani call for urgent community sensitization to combat the spread of Ebola.
- The organization has been actively engaged in sensitizing the population on hygiene principles and measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
- Enhanced community sensitization is necessary to contain the Ebola outbreak in Kisangani.
