Ebola Outbreak Intensifies in the Democratic Republic of Congo; Uganda Declared Ebola-Free
An authoritative update on the current Ebola outbreak: The Democratic Republic of Congo reports 5,713 confirmed cases, while Uganda has been declared Ebola-free by WHO. Surveillance and international preparedness are crucial in containing the situation.
Ebola Outbreak Intensifies in the Democratic Republic of Congo; Uganda Declared Ebola-Free
Situation Overview
As of 26 August 2026, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is grappling with a significant Ebola outbreak. The country's health authorities have reported 5,713 confirmed cases, resulting in 2,744 related deaths. This marks an increase of 57 new confirmed cases and 29 deaths since the last report on 24 August.
Regional Impact
The outbreak predominantly affects the Ituri, North Kivu, and Haut Uele provinces. Ituri province remains the epicenter, with 4,750 cases and 2,133 deaths across 28 of its 36 health zones. North Kivu and Haut Uele report 753 and 189 cases, respectively, with corresponding deaths.
Uganda's Status
Contrastingly, Uganda has successfully controlled its outbreak. Having reported 20 cases with only two fatalities, Uganda was declared Ebola-free by the World Health Organization on 25 August, following 42 consecutive days without new reported cases.
International Perspective
There have been imported cases reported in France, Germany, and the United States - all originating from the DRC’s affected regions. The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) assesses the risk to EU citizens as very low but emphasizes vigilance and ongoing monitoring.
Global Health Community Alert
Surveillance and epidemiology gaps persist, necessitating robust international support and cooperation. Preparedness across global health bodies remains imperative to manage and eventually eradicate the outbreak.
For more in-depth data, read the [Communicable Disease Threats Report](https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/publications-data/monitoring/weekly-threats-reports).
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