Strengthening Resilience and Socioeconomic Stabilisation in Response to the Ebola Virus Disease Epidemic in the Eastern Provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo

About this project

The 17th Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, driven by the Bundibugyo strain, has rapidly evolved into a multifaceted emergency. As of late May 2026, 126 confirmed cases and over 900 suspected cases have been recorded, with 223 suspected deaths. The provinces of Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu, already shaped by decades of armed conflict, displacement and institutional fragility, now face severe health, socioeconomic and governance shocks. Border closures, market disruptions and widespread misinformation compound the crisis, deepening mistrust between communities and public authorities.This project addresses the non-medical dimensions of the epidemic, anchoring UNDP’s contribution firmly within its development mandate. It focuses on strengthening coordination, re-establishing trust through inclusive community engagement, supporting local economic stabilisation, and laying the groundwork for recovery and long-term resilience.

Goals

Sustainable Development Goals this project works towards

• 16Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Published by

United Nations Development Programme · Multilateral

Countries

Congo - Kinshasa

Sectors

Security system management and reformEducation in emergenciesMulti-hazard response preparedness

Funded by

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Implemented by

UNDP

Accountable

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Published by United Nations Development Programme to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 5 Oct 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: XM-DAC-41114-PROJECT-01006205.

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