Children in DRC are coping with a "double anxiety" of conflict and disease. For 13-year-old Guilaine*, that reality means living as a displaced child while also navigating the fear and uncertainty of the Ebola outbreak. She worries constantly about family members she can no longer visit while difficult thoughts take hold. At a Safe Space supported by Save the Children, facilitator Rehema* works with children facing similar challenges, providing psychosocial support, recreational activities and Ebola awareness sessions that help them feel safe. Through games, friendships and health education, the Safe Space offers Guilaine* a welcome escape from her worries, helping her rebuild confidence, learn vital prevention measures and regain a sense of normalcy. Save the Children

Frontline workers at an Ebola treatment centre in Bunia, Ituri, are working around the clock to screen patients and support affected communities. The situation is highly concerning, with pregnant women, children and healthcare workers all impacted. Some staff have been infected and are now in isolation, worsening shortages and straining services. Limited training and lab capacity are delaying test results, while a lack of protective equipment is fuelling mistrust and resistance in communities. Save the Children is preparing a large-scale response to strengthen the local health system and support families affected by Ebola. This includes providing therapeutic milk (F‑75 and F‑100) to help children whose mothers are ill, and improving infection prevention and control measures in health facilities. Equipment such as infrared thermometers, gloves and chlorine solution have been distributed to support decontamination processes and safe burials. These interventions aim to reduce transmission risks, improve care for vulnerable children, and strengthen the capacity of health services to respond effectively to the outbreak. Patou Dombi/Save the Children