#DR Congo

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Suspected Ebola Cases in DR Congo Pass 900 as Bundibugyo Outbreak Expands

The World Health Organization says more than 900 suspected Ebola cases have now been identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 101 confirmed infections in an outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain.

Key Takeaways

WHO says more than 900 suspected Ebola cases have been identified in DR Congo.
The outbreak includes 101 confirmed cases and is caused by the Bundibugyo strain.

DT Editorial Team·May 25, 2026·via medicalxpress.com

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo reaches M23-held South Kivu

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread into South Kivu, adding a new layer of risk as response efforts collide with conflict, displacement, and contested control in the east.

Key Takeaways

A confirmed Ebola case has been reported in South Kivu, extending the outbreak into M23-held territory.
Conflict, displacement, and weak sanitation are complicating containment efforts.

DT Editorial Team·May 22, 2026·via medicalxpress.com