The second-worst Ebola outbreak in history is over as confirmed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Congo’s health minister Eteni Longondo on Thursday, June 25.
The 23-month long battle against the outbreak of Ebola in Democratic Republic of Congo resulted in the death of 2,280 people and also drew on 16,000 front-line workers, technological innovation and a new vaccine.
The regional director of WHO, Dr Matshidiso Moeti said the outbreak is overdue to the collaboration by various arms of government and the community.
Moeti said “This is a sign of hope that with solidarity and science epidemics can be controlled. At times it seemed like a mission impossible. Ending this Ebola outbreak is a sign of hope for the region and the world, that with solidarity and science and courage and commitment, even the most challenging epidemics can be controlled.”