Urgent Ebola Support: Save DRC-Uganda Border Lives

Dear Donor,

Thank you for helping Development Alert overcome barriers that often prevent community-based organizations from reaching vulnerable people.

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DRC demonstrates how difficult it can be to maintain effective response activities across large and geographically dispersed areas. By 3 November, active transmission was reported in 51 health zones across eight provinces. Insecurity, distance, and limited infrastructure can make it especially challenging to deliver information and essential support.

For Development Alert, mobility is an important part of community preparedness. Support for our first field motorcycle has helped address a longstanding challenge for our volunteer-run organization. Previously, transport costs and limited access to reliable transport often made it difficult to respond promptly or reach distant communities.

The motorcycle is helping us improve field access, coordinate community engagements, and deliver essential prevention materials. It strengthens our ability to connect with local communities and support practical response activities.

Your contribution has helped provide more than a means of transport. It has helped build the capacity of a local organization to reach people who might otherwise be difficult to access.

Thank you for investing in the mobility and community presence needed to make our work more effective.