Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks push African leaders toward 'health sovereignty' as donor support wanes (pbs.org)

• New Ebola outbreaks in DR Congo and Uganda
• Hantavirus cases strain health systems
• African leaders push for health sovereignty and reduced donor dependency

"New Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, alongside hantavirus cases, are intensifying African leaders' calls for health sovereignty as international aid for health declines. The outbreaks highlight the fragility of health systems and dependence on external funding. Leaders are advocating for greater investment in local surveillance, lab capacity, and vaccine production to reduce reliance on donors."