Astral Aviation who helps to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the response of Ebola
- Astral Aviation in Kenya from WHO has flew with 12 tons of emergency medical supplies to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and support efforts to respond to Ebola.
- The task emphasizes the growing role of Astral as a major operator of human air charges in Africa, as it moves to 3000 tons of relief shipments annually to United Nations agencies and NGOs.
Kenya -based Astral Aviation has operated the World Health Organization’s rented trip (WHO) carrying 12 tons of emergency medical supplies to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), as part of efforts to combat the latest Ebola in the country, in the update of logistics in Africa.
The shipment from the World Health Organization left the World Health Organization in the field of emergency response and preparedness in Nairobi on the Boeing 737-400f. According to the World Health Organization, the shipment included personal protection equipment for 120 health workers in the front lines for one month, along with patients insulation groups, critical water, sanitation, and hygiene supplies.
In an interview with him recently, the CEO of Astral, including WFP, UNICEV, UNHCR, in addition to the Red/Red Crescent, and NGOs such as IOM, MSF, Children’s Rescue, and Regional Governments to provide assistance throughout Africa.
“On average, we transfer between 1000 to 3000 tons of human goods annually, depending on the size of the emergency situations,” said Jadia. “This includes food aid, health care shipments, medical equipment, non -food relief elements such as tents, water purification systems and solar power lamps.”
He added that Astral supports humanitarian organizations through both flights and rented, and serves more than 50 destinations across Africa. During crises such as dehydration, floods, environment and conflict, the carrier often works in the century of Africa, the Great Lakes region, and parts of South Africa.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has faced Ebola’s frequent outbreaks in recent years, prompting rapid international interventions. The rapid publication of supplies via Astral highlights the decisive role played by regional air freight operators in the “Last Mile” Dam during emergency situations.
today, @from 12 tons of natural medical supplies and equipment were shipped from the emergency response and preparation for them #NAirobi
To support #Drc
Ebola’s outbreak response. The charge includes personal protection equipment capable of serving 120 workers in the front lines … pic.twitter.com/mlzfv5sgi
From the African region (WhOFRO) September 7, 2025
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