DR Congo Ebola outbreak surges past 6000 cases as death toll nears 3000

The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces the fastest-growing Ebola epidemic in recorded history. Official figures released Monday confirm more than 6,000 cases and 2,911 deaths. Health authorities noted a small positive sign amid the crisis. More than 1,360 people have successfully recovered from the virus. Deep Roots of Insecurity and Displacement Eastern Congo provides…