Ebola Cases in DR Congo Rise Above 1700 & Death Toll Reaches 625

Ebola outbreak kills 600 in Eastern Congo

The virus has also crossed the border into neighboring Uganda. The post Ebola outbreak kills 600 in Eastern Congo appeared first on BOL News.

Africa news roundup: 19-25 June

This week: Ebola in France, a strengthened alliance and tackling South Africa's new No1 killer The post Africa news roundup: 19-25 June appeared first on Research Professional News.

Number of Ebola cases in DR Congo surpasses 1,700

The Ebola death toll has reached 580

DR Congo Ebola cases top 1,000

DR Congo Ebola cases top 1,000

DRC Ebola Outbreak Hits 1,003 Cases and 254 Deaths Making It the Second Largest Outbreak in Recorded History

As of June 22, 2026, Congo's Ebola outbreak has 1,003 confirmed cases and 254 deaths — the second largest on record. Contact tracing stands at only 55.

France reports first case of Ebola

It comes after a doctor returned to France from central Africa France has reported its first case of Ebola, as per the country’s health ministry. The Ebola outbreak in Africa has been going on now for a number of weeks. Reports of a spread of Ebola began in mid-May 2026 with health authorities in the []

Ebola cases in Congo reach highest first-month total of any outbreak

NAIROBI (Reuters) – Congo’s Ebola outbreak has the largest ‌number of confirmed cases within the first month of any episode of the disease, a senior World Health Organization official told a briefing on Tuesday, blaming the surge on its quick spread to urban areas. The Bundibugyo outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has [] The post Ebola cases in Congo reach highest first-month total of any outbreak appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

DR Congo Ebola outbreak tops 1,000 cases, kills 254

The country's National Institute of Public Health (INSP) confirmed 1,003 cases and 254 deaths, with a fatality rate of 25 percent. The post DR Congo Ebola outbreak tops 1,000 cases, kills 254 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ebola Cases Top 1,000 in DR Congo

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000 infections, spreading to a third displacement camp and killing an 18-month-old girl. Congolese Authorities confirmed that the death toll has risen to 254. The rapid spread of the disease across three eastern provinces has raised concerns among African health experts, who warn that [] The post Ebola Cases Top 1,000 in DR Congo appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Mob burns Ebola treatment centre, Congo toll hits 438

The ‌number of confirmed ‌Ebola cases ‌in the Democratic Republic of Congo ‌has ‌risen to 1406 including 438 ​deaths, according to the latest data.

France reports first case of Ebola after doctor tests positive upon return from Africa

France has confirmed its first case of Ebola after a doctor tested positive after returning from Africa.The doctor, who has now contracted the disease, returned from a humanitarian trip from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). They are now being isolated and the authorities are taking measures to contact trace anyone who came into contact with the doctor, the French health ministry has said.The ministry added the risk to the general European population was low. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say This wave of ebola was confirmed by the DRC and Uganda in May. The outbreak has recorded more confirmed cases within its first month than any previous wave of the disease, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said. More than 1,000 people have been infected, with 267 dying from the disease so far. The wave involves the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, which has no vaccine or specific treatment. MORE TO FOLLOW... Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

Congo Ebola outbreak shows record early case numbers, WHO says

Congo Ebola outbreak shows record early case numbers, WHO says

Concerns grow over accelerating spread of Ebola in DR Congo: 1,155 cases and 304 deaths

Health authorities are reporting a new increase in cases over the past 24 hours, while the outbreak of the rare Budibugi strain continues to spread The post Concerns grow over accelerating spread of Ebola in DR Congo: 1,155 cases and 304 deaths appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Ebola cases top 1,800 as outbreak spreads to 4th Congo province

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to escalate, with confirmed infections surpassing 1,800 and the virus spreading into a fourth northeastern prov...

DR Congo Ebola cases rise to 956 amid ongoing outbreak

Kinshasa, June 21 (SANA) The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported a rise in confirmed Ebola cases to 956, as the country continues to grapple with an active outbreak of the virus. According to a statement from the Congolese Ministry of Health cited by Reuters, the total number of confirmed infections has reached 956, []

DR Congo’s Ebola official death toll exceeds 400 — authorities

KINSHASA, DR Congo (AFP) — The official death toll in an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo now exceeds more than 400, according to official figures released on Thursday.The highly contagious disease has claimed 438 lives, with 1,406 people infected since the outbreak was declared in northeastern Ituri province on May 15, the National Institute of Public Health said in its latest report.

World : Current Ebola Outbreak In DRC Largest In History For Confirmed Cases In First Month – WHO

MOSCOW, June 24 (Bernama-Sputnik/RIA Novosti) -- The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is the largest in history in terms of the number of confirmed cases during the first month, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Tuesday, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.

Ebola outbreak reaches grim new milestone

DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has topped 1,000 cases with 254 deaths and dozens of infected healthcare workers Read Full Article at RT.com

Congo : Debt dispute lands Commisimpex boss Mohsen Hojeij in Lebanon courts

Already involving courts in Congo, France and the United States, the 1.8bn lawsuit between Congo and businessman Mohsen Hojeij's construction [...]

Ebola deaths exceed 300 in DR Congo: heath authorities

KINSHASA, DR Congo: The Ebola epidemic has claimed more than 300 lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a little over one month after it was declared, health authorities...

Congo: Confirmed Ebola cases surpass 1,400

Congo: Confirmed Ebola cases surpass 1,400

CDC Statement on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda: July 10, 2026

CDC Statement on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda: July 10, 2026

Ebola in the DRC: At least 300 positive cases unaccounted for [Africanews Today]

Ebola in the DRC: At Least 300 Positive Cases Unaccounted For [Africanews Today]

Undetected Ebola Cases Fuel Congo Outbreak, WHO Warns

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo may be significantly larger than official figures indicate, with most new infections occurring outside known chains of transmission, raising concerns that health authorities are struggling to keep pace with the spread of the virus. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 80 of newly confirmed [] The post Undetected Ebola Cases Fuel Congo Outbreak, WHO Warns appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Congo-Kinshasa: Epidemic Coalition Focuses on Bundibugyo Ebola Vaccine

[allAfrica] The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been labelled the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak ever, not only among the previous Bundibugyo outbreaks. This has raised concern that response efforts are falling behind the virus. As of 10 July 2026, the DR Congo had recorded 1,759 confirmed cases and 600 deaths. Neighbouring Uganda had reported 20 cases, including two fatalities and 17 recoveries.

Over 1,000 Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Over 1,000 Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Ebola outbreak in the DRC surpasses 1,000 confirmed cases

Ebola outbreak in the DRC surpasses 1,000 confirmed cases

Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo Surpasses 1,000 Cases Amid Tracing Challenges

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO — The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases, prompting urgent warnings from humanitarian organizations about severe gaps in disease containment and contact tracing. Claire Waterhouse, Advocacy Director for Doctors Without Borders Southern Africa, stated that the official case count likely underrepresents the true []

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Ebola outbreak is ‘fastest growing ever’ as 600 die in DR Congo

The Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo is the “fastest growing” ever, African health authorities said on Thursday, as the World Health Organization said the disease had killed 600 people. Updated numbers issued by the UN health agency showed there have been 1,759 confirmed cases in DR Congo since the outbreak was declared in mid-May, including 600 confirmed deaths. “This is the fastest growing Ebola outbreak ever, not only among the previous Bundibugyo outbreaks, but all the...

Suspected Ebola case being investigated at Glasgow hospital

If confirmed, it would be 1st case in UK since recent outbreak in DR Congo was declared public health emergency of international concern by World Health Organization

Scientists Launch the First Drug Trial Against Congo’s Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak

Researchers enrolled the first patient Thursday in Congo's Ituri province, testing remdesivir and MBP134 against the Bundibugyo Ebola strain that has infected more than 1,400 people and killed 438. Africa CDC is calling for 18 million to fund the full trial program.

DR Congo Ebola Death Toll Hits 245 Amid Conflict

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Ebola cases in DRC surpass 1,000, health authorities report

Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have reported that confirmed Ebola cases have risen above 1,000, according to the country’s latest epidemiological update as reported by the Kampala-based Independent. The DRC health ministry said the country has recorded 1,003 confirmed cases, including 254 deaths, representing a case fatality rate of 25.3 [] The post Ebola cases in DRC surpass 1,000, health authorities report appeared first on Eye Radio.

France Confirms 1st Ebola Case After Doctor Returns From Democratic Republic of Congo

France has confirmed its first Ebola case after a doctor returning from a humanitarian mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo tested positive. The patient has been isolated and contact tracing is underway. The DRC outbreak has reached 1,094 confirmed cases and 277 deaths, according to government data, prompting global health concern as the virus spreads rapidly in some urban areas.

Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed 600 and is reaching new provinces

Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has killed 600 people and is now spreading into provinces that had been untouched. Authorities have logged 1,759 confirmed cases since declaring the outbreak on May 15, and new suspected cases have surfaced in Kisangani, in Tshopo province, well beyond the epicenter in Ituri. — Read the rest The post Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed 600 and is reaching new provinces appeared first on Boing Boing.