A mysterious flu-like illness has emerged in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in the deaths of at least 143 individuals, predominantly affecting women and children. Health officials have raised alarms about the urgency of the situation, as the unknown disease continues to spread, causing panic and prompting investigations by local authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO). The government has declared a state of alert, urging the public to avoid contact with deceased loved ones to prevent further transmission. Experts are working tirelessly to identify the disease and contain the outbreak, which has sparked fears of a potential pandemic.