10/07/2026
The Ebola outbreak in eastern D.R. Congo is the fastest growing on record. As of early October, almost 8,600 cases have been officially recorded, with more than 4,150 deaths.
In Ituri Province, the epicenter of the outbreak, Harvesters has provided food relief through our local churches in the area. Christians there have long suffered violent persecution at the hands of the ADF, an Islamic terrorist group. The ADF and other armed factions have also hindered the response to Ebola.
Goma, where our Project Hope 127 orphanages are located, has reported only a few cases. School is still in session to allow the children to continue with a normal schedule. However, the population has been impacted by higher food prices and loss of income resulting from travel restrictions. Harvesters has also distributed food to families in Goma who are struggling to meet their basic needs.
In the midst of this crisis, we are grateful for the opportunity to help our brothers and sisters in Christ and families in need. Thank you for your prayers and generosity, which allow us to respond when communities face devastating circumstances.