Deadly Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Spreads to Uganda
A new Ebola outbreak caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ituri province, resulting in at least 80 deaths and 246 suspected cases. The virus has crossed borders, causing a death in Uganda. Response efforts are severely hampered by the lack of specific vaccines for this strain, ongoing militia conflict, and high population mobility due to mining. The WHO and Africa CDC are coordinating emergency responses and cross-border surveillance to contain the spread amidst significant security and logistical challenges.
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WHO Chief Arrives in Eastern Congo as Rare Ebola Outbreak Outpaces Response
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Bunia, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, on May 30, 2026, to address a rapidly spreading outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in Ituri province. The outbreak has outpaced response efforts, with 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths reported in the DRC, and 9 confirmed cases and 1 death in neighboring Uganda. The Bundibugyo virus has no approved treatment or vaccine. Tedros visited treatment centers and met with local authorities and health workers, expressing confidence that the DRC can control the outbreak despite challenges. The European Union delivered medical aid on May 28, and the U.S. announced an additional $80 million in aid, bringing its total commitment to over $112 million. Health facilities in Bunia have improved organization and supplies, but patients continue to arrive around the clock.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.WHO Announces First Confirmed Ebola Recovery in DRC Outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced the first confirmed recovery of an Ebola patient in the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The patient was discharged on May 27 after two negative tests. As of the report, the DRC has recorded 125 confirmed cases and over 900 suspected cases, with 17 confirmed and 223 suspected deaths since the outbreak was declared on May 15. In neighboring Uganda, seven cases have been confirmed, including one death, with three cases imported from DRC. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which has no vaccine or specific treatment and a case fatality rate of up to 50%. Sixteen healthcare workers are among the confirmed cases in DRC. The WHO does not recommend international travel restrictions but advises exit screening in affected areas. The DRC is experiencing its 17th Ebola outbreak, with the deadliest (2018-2020) claiming nearly 2,300 lives.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.African Union's health agency vows Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine by end of 2026
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has pledged to deliver a vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola by the end of 2026. Director General Jean Kaseya stated that candidates are under development and that leaders are investing strategically. He also noted receiving a message from Russia's Health Ministry claiming an existing vaccine, though clarification revealed it targets the Zaire strain, with discussions planned to assess cross-strain efficacy. The Bundibugyo strain has caused a major outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with at least 1,077 suspected cases and 246 deaths since May 15. Separately, Uganda's confirmed Ebola cases have risen to eight, up from seven the previous day. The outbreak has prompted Uganda to close its border with Congo.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.WHO chief says suspected Ebola deaths at 220 and epidemic is outpacing us
The WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced on May 25, 2026, that there have been 220 suspected deaths in the current Ebola outbreak, primarily in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He stated that a delay in detecting cases means responders are 'playing catch-up' and that the epidemic is outpacing efforts. Tedros urged neighboring countries to take immediate action. Uganda reported two additional Ebola cases, bringing its total to seven. The WHO has declared the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain a public health emergency of international concern. Tedros plans to travel to Congo on May 26. The response is complicated by insecurity in Congo's Ituri and North Kivu provinces and the lack of approved vaccines for the Bundibugyo virus.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.WHO Chief Says Suspected Ebola Deaths at 220 and Epidemic Outpacing Responders
The WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced on Monday that there have been 220 suspected deaths in the current Ebola outbreak, primarily in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He warned that a delay in detecting cases means responders are 'playing catch-up' and that 'the epidemic is outpacing us.' Uganda reported two additional Ebola cases, bringing its total to seven confirmed cases. The WHO has declared the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Tedros noted that response efforts are complicated by high insecurity in Congo's Ituri and North Kivu provinces and the lack of approved vaccines for the Bundibugyo virus. He plans to travel to Congo on Tuesday to address the fast-moving outbreak.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.WHO Reports Over 900 Suspected Ebola Cases in Democratic Republic of Congo
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced that more than 900 suspected Ebola cases have been detected in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), including 101 confirmed cases. The epicenter is Ituri province, where approximately 5 million people live amid ongoing conflicts, with one in four needing humanitarian aid and one in five internally displaced. Violence has forced health workers to flee, hindering contact tracing and early detection efforts. The outbreak was declared on May 15 following 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. WHO declared an international public health emergency on May 17. The current outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus variant, for which no approved treatment or vaccine exists. The Ebola virus, first identified in 1976, caused a major West African epidemic from 2014-2017 that infected 30,000 people and killed over 11,000.
Anadolu Ajansı Güncel HaberlerEbola outbreak grows to 900 suspected cases in DR Congo – WHO
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has expanded to over 900 suspected cases, with 101 confirmed infections, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Kinshasa declared the epidemic on May 15, marking the country's 17th recorded Ebola crisis. The WHO classified the rare Bundibugyo strain as a public health emergency of international concern. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that violence and mass displacement in Ituri province are severely complicating containment efforts, with nearly 5 million people living amid conflict and 1 in 5 internally displaced. The Bundibugyo virus kills about one-third of those infected, and no approved vaccine is currently available. British scientists are fast-tracking an experimental vaccine based on Covid-19 technology, which could be ready for clinical trials within months. The WHO upgraded the risk from 'high' to 'very high' within DR Congo but remains low internationally.
RT - Daily newsSuspected Ebola Cases Reach 900 in Congo, WHO Reports
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that suspected Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have surpassed 900, including 101 confirmed cases. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced the figures on social media, noting intensified surveillance efforts. The outbreak, declared on May 15, is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, for which no approved vaccines or treatments exist. The DRC's health ministry recorded 204 deaths across three provinces out of 867 suspected cases in an earlier update. Ebola is a deadly viral disease transmitted through direct contact with body fluids, causing severe bleeding and organ failure. The disease has killed over 15,000 people in Africa over the past 50 years.
Perú 21 NewsSuspected Ebola cases top 900 in Congo: WHO chief
The World Health Organization (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced that more than 900 suspected Ebola cases have been identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), including 101 confirmed cases. The outbreak, declared on May 15, is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, which has no approved vaccine or treatments. The DRC health ministry previously reported 204 deaths from 867 suspected cases across three provinces. Ebola is a deadly viral disease transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids, causing severe bleeding and organ failure. The outbreak is occurring in a conflict-hit region, complicating response efforts. Ebola has killed over 15,000 people in Africa over the past 50 years.
The Straits Times World NewsEbola Cases Surpass 900 in Congo as Outbreak Accelerates
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is accelerating, with health authorities reporting over 900 suspected cases, including 101 confirmed infections. The World Health Organization has raised the risk of national spread to 'very high,' citing the lack of an approved vaccine or established treatment for the current virus strain. Containment efforts are further complicated by mistrust and disinformation among the local population; in Ituri province, demonstrators set fire to treatment tents after a dispute over safe burial practices. The virus has spread beyond Congo's borders, with Uganda reporting five confirmed cases. An infected US aid worker is being treated at Berlin's Charité hospital but does not require intensive care.
Nachrichten - WELTCongo Battles Ebola Outbreak Amid Aid Cuts, Rebel Violence, and Community Anger
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a severe Ebola outbreak in its eastern provinces, primarily Ituri, with over 900 suspected cases and 119 suspected deaths. The outbreak is declared a global health emergency. Response efforts are severely complicated by multiple converging crises: arson attacks on treatment centers by angry local communities, ongoing violence from armed rebel groups like the M23 and Allied Democratic Forces, the displacement of nearly a million people, and devastating international aid cuts that have stripped health facilities of essential equipment like protective suits and testing kits. The specific Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has no approved vaccine or treatment. The outbreak is being managed by both the government and rebel authorities, with aid agencies struggling to cope due to lack of resources and security threats.
https://www.manilatimes.netEbola Infections Rise in Congo as Medical Tents Burned, Regional Risk Grows
The number of suspected Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to rise, with authorities reporting 170 suspected deaths. The World Health Organization has declared an international emergency, though the global risk remains low. Uganda has confirmed three new cases. The African Union Health Service warns that ten countries, including South Sudan, Zambia, and Angola, are at risk. In eastern Congo, humanitarian conditions are worsening due to rebel violence and low public trust. On Thursday and Friday, angry residents set fire to medical treatment tents after being denied the body of a deceased man. The health system is under severe strain, exacerbated by cuts to USAID and other international aid, which experts say has hampered the Ebola response.
Nieuws, achtergronden en onderzoeksjournalistiek - NRCEbola Spreads in DRC as Cases Confirmed in Uganda
The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is intensifying, with locally transmitted cases now confirmed in neighboring Uganda. The World Health Organization has assessed the public health risk as very high. In response, health authorities are ramping up screening measures at airports and border crossings, and launching awareness campaigns in major cities to contain the spread of the virus.
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al JazeeraCongo battles Ebola outbreak complicated by aid cuts, armed groups, anger
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a severe Ebola outbreak in its eastern provinces, primarily Ituri, with over 900 suspected cases and 119 suspected deaths as of May 2026. The outbreak has been declared a global health emergency. Arson attacks on treatment centers highlight growing local anger and the immense challenges facing authorities. The response is complicated by the presence of numerous armed rebel groups, including the Rwanda-backed M23 and the Islamist Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), which have caused widespread displacement and insecurity. International aid cuts, particularly from the United States, have devastated health infrastructure, leaving responders without essential equipment like protective suits and testing kits. The outbreak is also affecting displacement camps near Bunia and has spread to North Kivu, South Kivu, and neighboring Uganda. Health experts warn that a convergence of conflict, displacement, and funding shortages is creating a catastrophic humanitarian situation.
DAILYSABAHSuspected Ebola cases in DR Congo exceed 900 amid attacks on health workers and shortages
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak in the eastern region has surpassed 900 suspected cases, with 119 suspected deaths reported by the Congolese ministry of communication. The World Health Organization assesses the outbreak as posing a 'very high' risk for Congo but a low global threat. Health authorities face severe challenges, including arson attacks on two Ebola treatment centres last week, reflecting community anger over strict burial protocols and distrust of foreign aid groups. The outbreak is concentrated in Ituri province, where insecurity from rebel groups like the Allied Democratic Forces and M23, displacement of nearly 1 million people, and international aid cuts have crippled healthcare. Authorities have banned funeral wakes and gatherings over 50 people, with armed guards now protecting burials.
The GuardianCongo Tightens Travel as Ebola Spreads and Supplies Run Low
The Democratic Republic of Congo suspended flights to the eastern city of Bunia as an Ebola outbreak caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain spreads across three provinces. As of May 24, 2026, authorities reported 91 confirmed infections, 867 suspected cases, and 204 probable deaths. Contact tracing is severely hampered, with only a fifth of 1,745 identified contacts under monitoring traced, a gap the Africa CDC called 'alarming.' There is no approved vaccine or antibody treatment for this strain, forcing reliance on public health measures and community outreach. The U.S. announced enhanced airport screening for travelers from Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan, along with emergency funding and medical supply shipments. Regional health ministers from Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan met in Kampala to coordinate a cross-border response, warning that porous borders and population displacement increase transmission risk.
National PostCDC Confirms Transfers of Americans Exposed to Ebola from Africa Amid Bundibugyo Outbreak
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the evacuation of several American citizens potentially exposed to the Ebola virus in Africa, specifically the rare Bundibugyo strain. The outbreak, centered in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri province and bordering areas of Uganda, has resulted in over 300 suspected cases and more than 137 deaths. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Unlike other Ebola variants, there are no approved treatments or vaccines for the Bundibugyo strain, complicating containment efforts. The U.S. has implemented travel restrictions and is monitoring cases linked to scientific research on the continent. The WHO director-general expressed deep concern over the scale and speed of the epidemic.
Infobae.comDread and denial at heart of deadly DRC Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing its 17th Ebola outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo strain for which no vaccine or treatment exists. In the town of Mongbwalu, Ituri province, 322 suspected cases and 88 deaths have been reported. Many residents are skeptical of the disease's existence, attributing it to mystical causes or a 'coffin affair' after a mishandled corpse. The outbreak has spread to neighboring provinces and Uganda, prompting the WHO to declare an international emergency. Local healthcare workers struggle with limited resources, while aid groups like Doctors Without Borders assist. The article highlights the tension between government response criticism and disease denial in a region marked by neglect and conflict.
The Straits Times World NewsConcern and caution in DRC as Ebola risk at highest level
The World Health Organization has raised the Ebola risk to the highest level for the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the outbreak spreads in Ituri province, an area already affected by armed conflict and humanitarian crises. The African Union warns that 10 countries, including Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and South Sudan, are at risk. In Bunia, residents are taking precautions such as limiting bus passengers to avoid transmission. To date, there have been 82 confirmed cases and 7 confirmed deaths in DRC, with nearly 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths. Uganda has confirmed five cases of Ebola. Local drivers urge the public to protect themselves, noting the high fatality rate.
Africanews RSSEbola Outbreak: Attackers Burn Down Another Clinic in DRC as Outbreak Rages
Unidentified attackers burned down a second Ebola treatment facility in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri Province, causing 18 suspected patients to flee into the community. The attack occurred at Mongbwalu General Reference Hospital, sparking panic among staff. This follows a similar incident on Thursday when another treatment center was torched after locals were denied access to a body. The outbreak is spreading, with three new cases reported in Uganda, bringing the total there to five. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus described the DRC situation as 'deeply worrisome' while noting Uganda's outbreak was previously considered 'stable.' An American missionary doctor with Ebola is receiving treatment in Germany, and another high-risk contact has been transferred to the Czech Republic. The outbreak has over 600 suspected cases and 148 suspected deaths, with fears it is more widespread than official figures show.
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