# France Boosts Ebola Aid in Congo

> France pledges extra funding to stop Ebola resurgence in Congo.
- Title: France Boosts Ebola Aid in Congo · The Straits Times
- Summary: France pledges extra funding to stop Ebola resurgence in Congo. France will increase Ebola aid in eastern DRC to prevent resurgences after minister warns of…
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- Source: The Straits Times — https://straitstimes.com/world/europe/france-to-step-up-ebola-funding-in-congo-amid-resurgence-fears-minister-says
- Published: 2026-10-03T13:48:27+00:00
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## France increases Ebola funding
France allocated €13.4 million (S$19.3 million) to fight Ebola between January and July.
## Minister visits Bunia
Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot visited Bunia, praising local and international efforts to contain the epidemic.
## Ebola resurgence warning
Barrot warned Ebola could quickly resurge if vigilance waned, stressing prevention over fear.

> Ebola may seem far away to some people or political leaders, but it can return very quickly
## Paris conference planned
A national humanitarian conference in Paris on Oct 6 will address Ebola prevention strategies.
## Additional funding proposed
Barrot will propose additional humanitarian funding for Ebola during upcoming French budget discussions.
## Ebola response program
France’s response includes humanitarian aid, medical research and the PRISM programme launched during President Macron’s 2023 visit.
## Key takeaway

France will increase Ebola aid in eastern DRC to prevent resurgences after minister warns of risks.