The UDPS party in Kisangani has announced the cancellation of a planned support march scheduled for September 22. According to a communiqué signed by the party's interim president, Baudouin Kayongo Bulaya, on September 21, the decision was made due to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the city. The party had planned to mobilize its militants, allied parties, and various associative and professional structures for the event.
The Ebola outbreak in Kisangani remains a pressing concern, with seven new confirmed cases reported between September 14 and 18, bringing the total number of cases to 36. To strengthen the response to the epidemic, a new Ebola Treatment Center with a capacity of 42 beds was opened on September 10 in the Météo district. The UDPS party's decision to cancel the march takes into account the current health context.
The UDPS party has urged those concerned to avoid unnecessary travel on the day of the canceled march. The party has also called for widespread dissemination of the decision. Meanwhile, health authorities in the city continue to maintain their preventive recommendations, including regular handwashing and temperature checks, as part of the Ebola response efforts.
The cancellation of the UDPS march comes amid ongoing debate in Kisangani about the management of public gatherings during the Ebola outbreak. The city's authorities and health officials are working to contain the spread of the disease. The situation remains under close monitoring, with efforts focused on preventing further transmission.
The UDPS party's decision demonstrates its commitment to prioritizing public health and safety in Kisangani. By canceling the march, the party aims to avoid contributing to the potential spread of the Ebola virus. This move has been welcomed by health authorities, who have been working tirelessly to respond to the outbreak.
In related news, the Congolese President, Denis Tshisekedi, is set to decorate the national football team's players for their performance in the 2026 World Cup. The ceremony will take place at the Union Africaine cite on September 22. Separately, the signal of the RTNC radio has been restored in Beni, following a recent disruption.
The city of Kisangani continues to grapple with the challenges posed by the Ebola outbreak. Residents are being urged to remain vigilant and adhere to preventive measures to minimize the risk of transmission. The situation is being closely monitored, with efforts focused on containing the outbreak and providing support to affected communities.
Key points
- The UDPS party in Kisangani has canceled a planned support march due to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the city.
- A new Ebola Treatment Center with a capacity of 42 beds has been opened in Kisangani to strengthen the response to the epidemic.
- The Ebola outbreak in Kisangani has reported 36 cases, with seven new confirmed cases reported between September 14 and 18.
