Africa

World Health Organisation says nearly 20 million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo are in need of health assistance

today2 April, 2024

Background

The World Health Organisation says nearly 20 million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo are in need of health assistance following climate shocks and an ongoing armed conflict in the east of the country. The head of the global health body, Tedros Ghebreyesus says they are working with the Congolese government to address some of the health needs. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen