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DR Congo: UNICEF and Gavi launch call to manufacturers in support of accelerated access to Bundibugyo Ebolavirus vaccines
By GAVI Alliance at ReliefWeb
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda . Building on Gavi’s recent commitment of US$40 million to support accelerated vaccine access, this EOI will help inform how that financing can best support manufacturing scale-up and rapid access to doses if and when they become available. The Exp
Key takeaway With 1,094 cases confirmed, and 277 deaths in eastern DRC, some of them children, and 20 confirmed cases and two deaths in Uganda, accelerating the development and roll-out of effective and safe vaccines is a critical global priority.
Why this matters
The launch of the call to manufacturers by UNICEF and Gavi highlights the urgent need for accelerated access to Bundibugyo Ebolavirus vaccines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. With no available vaccine against this species, the current outbreak has resulted in significant loss of life, including children. The commitment of $40 million by Gavi to support accelerated vaccine access and the additional $50 million through its First Response Fund underscores the critical nature of this global health priority. The Expression of Interest will inform how this financing can be leveraged to support manufacturing scale-up and rapid access to doses, ensuring that effective and safe vaccines can be rapidly deployed in emergency situations. This effort is crucial in preventing further spread of the disease and protecting vulnerable populations, including healthcare workers and children. The success of this initiative will depend on the ability of manufacturers to respond quickly and effectively to the call.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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