DRC politician beaten to death after radio appearance about Ebola outbreak
Marie-Celestin Karondwa was attacked on Sunday after promoting measures to prevent spread of disease, his party says
TL;DR
- Marie-Celestin Karondwa, acting president of the UDPS party in Butembo, was beaten to death after a radio appearance.
- He had promoted prevention measures for the Ebola outbreak on the program.
- Attackers reportedly beat Karondwa, stole his belongings, and set his house on fire; he later died from his injuries.
- The party stated Karondwa was a victim for supporting the party's stance on the Ebola virus and its threat.
- His death occurs amidst a series of attacks on healthcare workers and treatment centers, attributed to rumors, misinformation, and distrust.
- The current Ebola outbreak in the DRC is the largest and deadliest in its history and second globally since 2014-16.
- The outbreak has infected 8,067 people and killed 3,901, with cases in seven provinces.