Event Brief
Bunia worshippers hold Mass despite Ebola gathering ban
Filed: May 25, 2026 at 2:03 PM ET
Summary: Catholic worshippers gathered for Mass in Bunia despite a government ban on gatherings over 50 during an Ebola outbreak.
WHO: Catholic worshippers; church deacon Venasse Ngabo
WHAT: Catholic worshippers gathered for Mass and used hand-washing measures despite a ban on large gatherings.
WHEN: May 25, 2026 at 12:08 PM ET
WHERE: Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
WHY: A government ban limited gatherings to contain an Ebola outbreak in the city.
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