Ebola in DR Congo: Mandima health zone in Ituri reports 328 deaths and nearly 400 confirmed cases in October

In Mandima, in Ituri’s Mambasa territory, chief medical officer Dr. Job Bakwata reported 328 Ebola-related deaths since the first case was recorded on June 25, 2026. He also said nearly 400 confirmed cases had been recorded from October 1 to 27, urging residents to follow prevention measures, report suspected cases promptly and cooperate with response teams. The national public health institute’s report, dated October 21, listed 380 confirmed cases and 201 deaths in Mandima, leaving a discrepancy that requires clarification. Nationwide, the Democratic Republic of the Congo had reported 10,193 confirmed cases and 4,960 deaths by October 28, across eight affected provinces.