DRC Ebola outbreak: Why community trust is key to stopping the spread

In this episode of IFRC News, we speak with Dr. Aimé Mbonda from the IFRC about the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the challenges posed by the spread of the virus beyond its initial epicentre. He explains why community trust is as critical as medical care, the vital role of Red Cross volunteers in surveillance, community engagement, psychosocial support and safe and dignified burials, and how listening to communities helps counter misinformation, strengthen preparedness, and stop transmission before the outbreak spreads further.