Ebola's Shadow Economy: What's at Stake in the Democratic Republic of Congo The latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has brought to light a disturbing reality: even as we make progress on controlling outbreaks, our economic systems are woefully unprepared for the consequences.
At least 100 deaths have been reported, with over 390 cases suspected, and the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared this an international emergency.
Jean Kaseya, head of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, warned that without approved drugs or vaccines, people should follow public health measures.