While battling Ebola and facing U.S. restrictions, Congo is hit by another deadly bacterial disease — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/while-battling-ebola-and-facing-u-s-restrictions-congo-is-hit-by-another-deadly-bacterial-diseaseContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Anthrax Outbreak Kills Hippos in Congo's Virunga National Parkhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/while-battling-ebola-and-facing-u-s-restrictions-congo-is-hit-by-another-deadly-bacterial-diseasehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/while-battling-ebola-and-facing-u-s-restrictions-congo-is-hit-by-another-deadly-bacterial-disease#u186893Mon, 09 Nov 2026 02:33:50 +0000An outbreak of anthrax has killed dozens of hippos in Virunga National Park, the oldest national park in Africa, located in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The outbreak was reported by multiple sources, including officials and news outlets. The park is home to a diverse range of wildlife and is a popular tourist destination. The Congolese government and conservation efforts are working to contain the outbreak and prevent further spread.Why it mattersThe outbreak of anthrax in Virunga National Park comes as the Democratic Republic of Congo is battling an Ebola outbreak and facing restrictions