Ebola Outbreak Update: Augmenting Crisis in the DRC, Stabilization in Uganda
The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces a worsening Ebola outbreak, while Uganda has officially declared itself Ebola-free. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control continues to monitor the evolving health crisis.
Current Situation
As of 28 August 2026, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reported a total of 5,945 confirmed Ebola cases, including 2,862 deaths. This marks an increase of 82 new cases and 38 deaths since the previous report dated 28 August. Among those affected, Ituri province remains the most heavily impacted with 4,911 cases and 2,212 deaths. Surveillance efforts indicate that 151 cases and 76 deaths have emerged since the last comprehensive report on 26 August.
Meanwhile, Uganda has successfully contained its Ebola outbreak. The nation officially declared the end of the outbreak on 28 July 2026, following 42 days without new cases being reported. This was corroborated by the World Health Organization (WHO) on 26 August 2026.
Imported Cases and International Repercussions
In noteworthy developments, imported cases have been detected beyond African borders. A US citizen was flown to Germany for medical treatment in May, while another case was recorded in France on 24 June 2026. These incidences have sparked enhanced vigilance and preparedness measures across the European Union and further afield.
Public Health Assessment
Despite the ongoing crisis in the DRC, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) assesses the risk to individuals in the European Union/European Economic Area as very low. However, the organization emphasizes the need for continued monitoring and preparedness.
Resources and Support
ECDC provides a wide array of resources and guidance designed to bolster public health responses. These include public health preparedness recommendations, laboratory protocols, and communication tools to educate both healthcare professionals and the general public about the ongoing viral threat.
For comprehensive updates on the situation, the ECDC's [Communicable Disease Threats Report](https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/publications-and-data/monitoring/weekly-threats-reports) offers weekly analyses of the epidemic's trajectory and impact.
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