
World at One
World at One
The World Health Organisation declares the Ebola outbreak an international emergency
18 May 2026
45 minutes
Available for 21 days
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been declared an international emergency by the WHO. Former Africa Minister Rory Stewart warns cuts to international health budgets are putting lives at risk. Also on the World at One, The Deputy Prime Minister of Lebanon Tarek Mitri says a true ceasefire is needed to help his government tackle Hezbollah. Also: police have been called to restore order in queues in the UK for a new Swatch pocket watch. Why is this model holding such appeal? One of the best watchmakers in the world gives his expert opinion.

