Congo-Brazzaville: Congo's Ebola Epidemic May Have Gone Undetected for Months

Author: Jean-Michel BosPublished on: September 17, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of Congo
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Congo-Brazzaville: Congo's Ebola Epidemic May Have Gone Undetected for Months

The deadliest Ebola outbreak on record in the Democratic Republic of Congo may have begun months before its official declaration on May 15. The first known case, a health worker from Mongbwalu, reportedly developed symptoms around April 24 or 25. Despite early warnings from WHO and Africa CDC, the response from Congolese authorities has been criticized for delays.

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