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DR Congo opens Ebola nurseries to protect children separated from infected parents

3 Jul 2026, 13:58 GMT By editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)
DR Congo opens Ebola nurseries to protect children separated from infected parents
Credit: editorial@africanews.com (Dominic Wabwireh)

As the Democratic Republic of the Congo battles a worsening Ebola outbreak, authorities have established special nurseries to care for children whose parents are receiving treatment. The centres provide shelter, daily care and psychological support while helping reduce the risk of infection.