EU sends aid shipment to fight ebola

The battle to defeat ebola is entering a crucial stage with the disease still wrecking havoc on people in a number of African states where it has affected over 17,000, and killing 6,300 in10 months.

Most EU countries are involved in the response with 1,500 tons of food, 50 vehicles, medical supplies, and protective clothing for health personnel leaving on board a Dutch ship.

The EU is co-ordinating the contributions from 13 countries.