March 23 Movement & International Organization for Migration

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.

International Organization for Migration: The International Organization for Migration>>> urged governments to strengthen cross-border coordination instead of closing borders, warning that closures could increase transmission risks.

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.

International Organization for Migration: The International Organization for Migration is assisting in setting up health control posts to monitor people's health and prevent further spread of the virus.

March 23 Movement: Controlled areas with limited Ebola cases; declared outbreak over in its territory, showcasing governance capacity.

International Organization for Migration: Warned about the risk of transporting dead bodies spreading the virus.

March 23 Movement: The March 23 Movement is fighting in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and has engaged in talks with the Congolese government, mediated by the United States and Qatar, to establish a permanent ceasefire.