A mysterious and deadly illness has struck the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), leaving dozens dead and health officials scrambling for answers. The outbreak has occurred in the Panzi health zone, a rural area in the southwestern Kwango province, where the population is already struggling with limited access to healthcare.

Between November 10 and November 25, reports suggest that between 67 and 143 people have died from a flu-like illness. The exact death toll is unclear, as official ...