Ebola Outbreak Threatens Food Supply in Eastern Congo, UN Warns

The head of a United Nations agency has warned that the ongoing Ebola outbreak is worsening food insecurity in eastern Congo. The crisis is deepening as containment measures disrupt farming, trade, and daily life. To control the spread of the virus, authorities have imposed strict measures. These include asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on supplying weapons and military equipment. While aimed at stopping the outbreak, these steps have also cut off access to markets and food supplies for many families. The UN official urged immediate international support to prevent a hunger catastrophe. Without aid, more people in the region could face severe malnutrition alongside the health emergency.