Congo Ebola response hit by worker protests over late pay

Ebola response workers in eastern Congo staged protests this week, demanding the government pay salaries and allowances they say are nearly three months overdue, as security incidents continue to hamper efforts to contain the outbreak.

Dozens of health workers gathered outside Ebola treatment centres in Bunia, Rwampara and Mongbwalu, all in Ituri province, on Sunday and Monday, calling for immediate payment, protesters said....