March 23 Movement & Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations

March 23 Movement: The March 23 Movement, backed by Rwanda, controls key cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo — North Kivu and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu, further hindering Ebola containment efforts and contributing to the humanitarian crisis.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) is funding three groups, including Moderna and the University of Oxford, to accelerate the development of vaccines against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.

March 23 Movement: The March 23 Movement>>>, a rebel group, controls parts of North and South Kivu provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo>>>, complicating Ebola response efforts due to insecurity and lack of communication with the government.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) funds vaccine development and is assessing potential Ebola vaccine candidates, aiming for a rapid response.

March 23 Movement: Armed group controlling areas in North and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu, complicating the response. Its conflict with the DRC government hinders access to affected communities.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: Funding vaccine development efforts, including the Oxford and Hilleman candidates. Its investment is critical for accelerating vaccine research.

March 23 Movement: The March 23 Movement rebel group controls parts of Democratic Republic of the Congo — North Kivu and Democratic Republic of the Congo — South Kivu provinces, including Democratic Republic of the Congo — Goma, where Ebola cases have been confirmed. Their presence complicates humanitarian access and coordination of the response.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: CEPI is listed as a partner in the urgent coordination meeting convened by Africa CDC, indicating potential involvement in the response to the Ebola outbreak.

March 23 Movement: Armed group controlling parts of North Kivu; claimed eradication of Ebola in its areas but complicates response.

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations: Partner in vaccine development efforts.