The United Nations is warning that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is spreading at an unprecedented pace, with the number of infections doubling every 20 days. The UN says the response is struggling to keep up, as hundreds continue to die amid worsening humanitarian conditions. The World Food Programme (WFP) has also stressed that food assistance is now a critical part of containing the outbreak. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports

<p>The United Nations is warning that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is spreading at an unprecedented pace, with the number of infections doubling every 20 days. The UN says the response is struggling to keep up, as hundreds continue to die amid worsening humanitarian conditions. The World Food Programme (WFP) has also stressed that food assistance is now a critical part of containing the outbreak. Channel Africa's Lebogang Mabange reports</p>

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

<p>An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.</p>