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HealthCongo tests passengers after boat carrying suspected Ebola case intercepted near Kinshasa

Congolese health authorities are screening more than 300 people after intercepting a river boat near Kinshasa. A passenger on the vessel died and was suspected of having Ebola. The death prompted concern that the virus could have spread among people on board. Officials said screening was under way to assess the possible exposure.

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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-08-06 18:10Original

Congo tests passengers after boat carrying suspected Ebola case intercepted near Kinshasa
Congo tests passengers after boat carrying suspected Ebola case intercepted near KinshasaHealth