Ebola Outbreak Crisis Intensifies in Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda has escalated with new cases and deaths reported. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, with the EU deeming the risk to its citizens as very low.
Ebola Outbreak Crisis Intensifies in Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
As of 12 June 2026, the Ebola virus, specifically the Bundibugyo strain, continues to impact the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda. The situation increasingly raises alarms as new cases and fatalities emerge.
#### Current Situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The DRC Ministry of Health's latest report, dated 11 June, indicates a troubling total of 676 confirmed Ebola cases. This includes 136 confirmed deaths and 262 individuals currently being isolated in hospitals. The latest figures highlight an alarming rise, documenting 41 additional cases and nine new deaths since the previous update. Ituri province remains the most severely affected, reporting 629 cases across 19 health zones, followed by North Kivu and South Kivu with 44 and 3 confirmed cases, respectively.
#### Status in Uganda
In Uganda, as of 11 June, health officials have reported 19 confirmed cases, with two resulting in death. The last newly reported cases appeared on 5 June, with no further cases since. Local transmission accounts for 5 cases, while the remaining 14 were imported. Kampala and the adjacent district of Wakiso are the most affected regions.
#### European Union's Assessment and Response
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) assesses the risk of infection for residents within the EU/EEA as very low. The ECDC maintains a vigilant watch over the outbreak, prepared to adjust its response strategy as warranted by emerging data.
#### Future Updates and Resources
Regular updates on this ongoing health crisis are disseminated through the weekly Communicable Disease Threats Report. The subsequent update is scheduled for release on 15 June 2026.
For professionals and the public, a comprehensive array of resources and guidance materials is available, focusing on public health preparedness, laboratory protocols, and communication strategies.
The situation remains fluid, with health authorities on high alert to mitigate further spread and manage the outbreak's consequences effectively.
For more detailed analyses and ongoing updates, refer to the [ECDC’s threat assessment brief](https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/publications-data/threat-assessment-brief-ebola-disease-outbreak-caused-bundibugyo-virus-democratic).
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