Joelle Botamba

Médecin, journaliste, bloggeuse à @habariRDC, Présentatrice d'émissions, Podcasteuse , maître de conférences

[Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) @inrb_kinshasa]

🇨🇩🇫🇷 Ce 3 octobre, le Prof. @MTamfum, DG de l’@inrb_kinshasa, est arrivé à Bunia aux côtés de @jnbarrot, ministre français de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères.

La délégation a visité le CTE de Rwampara et le Laboratoire provincial de santé publique de l’Ituri.

#INRB #Ebola

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

🧬 Special Edition – Response to the 16th Ebola Outbreak in Kasai, DRC

Our special newsletter edition is now available on our website!

This issue highlights the pivotal role of the @labgenpath (INRB) in the rapid confirmation of the Ebola outbreak through virological and genetic analyses.
It also sheds light on the deployment of mobile laboratories in Bulape and Mweka, key scientific collaborations, and technological innovations that enhanced the efficiency and coordination of the response.

🔬 A deep dive into science, surveillance, and inter-institutional collaboration for public health in the DRC.
📖 Read the full newsletter here 👉 https://t.co/NM8zrc8QOT

#INRB #LabGenPath #Ebola #DRC #PublicHealth #Genomics #OutbreakResponse

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

🧬 Extension of the Sequencing Laboratory in Mweka

On 29 September, the @inrb_kinshasa established an extension of its sequencing laboratory in Mweka, located 35 km from the Bulape health zone.
A specialized team was deployed and a mobile laboratory installed to strengthen diagnostic capacities closer to the affected areas. This new facility will cover the health areas surrounding Mweka, ensuring rapid and reliable diagnosis of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). With its sequencing capacity, it also enables real-time genomic sequencing, providing more precise and immediate genomic surveillance. #INRB #PublicHealth #SequencingLab #Mweka #DRC #EVD #GenomicSurveillance #EbolaResponse #ScientificResearch #GlobalHealth

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

📍Mweka – Training laboratory staff in Ebola response

Today, October 1, 2025, the @inrb_kinshasa sequencing laboratory in Mweka, in collaboration with @OMSRDCONGO, launched a 2-day training for 6 laboratory staff from the Mweka Health Zone.

The program includes both theory and hands-on practice:
🔬 Biosafety & biosecurity
🧪 Molecular diagnosis of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)
🩸 Sample collection and transport
🧬 Practical sessions: virus inactivation, cartridge preparation, and PCR testing with GeneXpert.

👉 This training strengthens local laboratory capacity and supports the ongoing response to the Ebola outbreak declared in Bulape.

#INRB #Mweka #Ebola #Bulape #PublicHealth #Surveillance

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

Strengthening Bulape and Mweka Laboratories for Ebola Response

As part of the response to the 16th Ebola outbreak in Kasai, @inrb_kinshasa is receiving joint support from #IMReC, @UCLA , @unibern (University of Bern), and @CulmenInt.

This partnership has enabled:
Provision of sampling materials, essential equipment, and laboratory consumables;

Deployment of a portable on-site, real-time sequencing lab;

Enhanced training and technical support for genomic surveillance.

These resources allow field teams to rapidly analyze viral genomes, contributing to more effective outbreak control.

#Ebola #INRB #IMReC #UCLA #UniversityOfBern #CulmenInternational #PortableSequencing #PublicHealth #DRC

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

On August 19, 2025, the @inrb_kinshasa had the honor of welcoming the Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Foreign Affairs and Development Cooperation of the Kingdom of Belgium during an official visit, which included the inauguration of the new Animal Facility and Cryobank building.
Beyond this historic moment, the Minister toured the @labgenpath, one of the showcases of INRB’s scientific achievements. He learned about the cutting-edge research on Mpox and other priority pathogens, as well as the collaborative projects developed with Institute of @ITMantwerp and other international partners.
This visit highlights the central role of genomics in epidemic preparedness and response, and strengthens DRC–Belgium scientific cooperation in support of global public health.

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

🎉 Happy Birthday, Prof. @MTamfum! 🎂

A true pioneer in scientific research, a fearless leader in the fight against infectious diseases, and a global inspiration. Your dedication and groundbreaking work continue to save lives and shape the future of public health.

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

Placide Mbala, virologist dedicated to the fight against mpox https://t.co/VoRfPIza6S

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

January 2025 has been particularly dynamic for @labgenpath and @inrb_kinshasa, marking significant progress in the investigation, capacity building, new initiatives, and publications. To learn more, check out our January 2025 newsletter.
https://t.co/W1mUrlMBqx

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

Great news! @labgenpath at @inrb_kinshasa has received a #HAMILTON device to fully automate the workflow steps for library preparation. A big thank to @AfricaCDC for this valuable donation, enhancing our research and sequencing capacities. #GlobalHealth #Innovation #AfricaCDC

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

@PlacideMbala: Virus hunter. He has been sounding the alarm about deadly Mpox outbreaks. But when will the world truly listen?https://t.co/RcBbq34iVz

[Pathogen Genomic Lab - INRB @labgenpath]

The meeting of stakeholders in the fight against #plague began yesterday and will conclude today, Nov 5, at the @inrb_kinshasa. National and international experts, including those from @CulmenInt and @CDCgov CDC Colorado, are discussing the management of the outbreak in the DRC.

[Joelle Botamba @Joebotamba]

@ElonMuskOde Dongo dongo

[Habari RDC @habariRDC]

C'est la saison 2 de notre podcast "Echos de nos Correspondantes".
Dans cet épisode la podcasteuse @yvette_ditshima nous rend compte des efforts d'une organisation de femmes dans la sensibilisation contre le Mpox.
Cette émission a été réalisée par @Joebotamba
https://t.co/P4EGXq0FJZ

[Habari RDC @habariRDC]

Comment les stéréotypes liés au genre ont eu un impact sur le taux de réussite des femmes aux dernières élections de décembre 2023 ? @annytenga en parle dans ce podcast de @yvette_ditshima réalisée par @Joebotamba

https://t.co/IVn7Vme4PC

[Habari RDC @habariRDC]

Le @csac_rdc a décidé de révoquer la diffusion, sur toute l'étendue du territoire congolais, de l'émission "The Bachelor" produite par le groupe Canal+. Qu'en pense la population ?
@yvette_ditshima est partie à la rencontre des gens dont les avis divergent.
C'est la saison 2 de notre podcast "Echos de nos correspondantes". @Joebotamba est à la réalisation.
https://t.co/ssouI3u3d3

[Joelle Botamba @Joebotamba]

@Mrs__Excellence Exactly

[Joelle Botamba @Joebotamba]

@Mrs__Excellence J'ai envie de dire " Moi aussi maman "

[Joelle Botamba @Joebotamba]

@paul_ndiaye @sakalemien @paul_ndiaye merci pour tout

[Joelle Botamba @Joebotamba]

@Augujoie1 @sakalemien @paul_ndiaye @muyembe 😁