Congo Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest on record

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with over 5,000 cases and 2,378 deaths.

The fast-moving Bundibugyo strain has a case fatality rate of 46% and is spreading at an unprecedented speed.

The World Health Organization warned the outbreak remains 'far from under control' and poses a high risk of spread to neighboring countries.

Health workers on the frontlines are reported to be unpaid and overworked, hampering response efforts.