Current Status of the Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda: July 2026 Update
The latest reports on the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda detail significant challenges, with the Bundibugyo virus causing high infection and mortality rates. The DRC has reported 1,561 confirmed cases, while Uganda is maintaining control with 20 cases. The situation is closely monitored by ECDC, with low risk to the European Union.
Ebola Disease Outbreak Update: Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
As of 6 July 2026, the Ebola disease outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus continues to impact the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda.
Current Situation in DRC
- **Confirmed Cases**: 1,561
- **Deaths**: 506 confirmed
- **Recovered Patients**: 254 individuals
- **Hospitalizations**: 628 in isolation
- **Most Affected Regions**: Ituri province with 1,417 cases and 424 deaths; North Kivu with 141 cases and 81 deaths.
- **Health Zones Affected**: 36 out of 104 zones across three provinces
Situation in Uganda
- **Confirmed Cases**: 20
- **Deaths**: 2
- **Recoveries**: 16 individuals
- **Latest Case**: Reported on 21 June 2026; no new cases since then
- **Transmission**: 15 imported cases from DRC, 5 local transmissions
International Cases
- **Imported Cases**: U.S. citizen to Germany and a case in France—both cases traveled from affected regions in the DRC
Risk Assessment and Preparedness
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) assesses the risk of Ebola infection within the European Union and the European Economic Area to be very low. Despite this outlook, monitoring and preparedness efforts continue to be critical. The ECDC stresses the importance of maintaining vigilance and preparedness among EU member states.
A comprehensive weekly update is provided by the ECDC in its Communicable Disease Threats Report, which includes detailed accounts of the ongoing outbreak. Public health authorities, healthcare professionals, and transport operators have access to extensive resources and guidance to manage the outbreak effectively.
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