Beni: Second Ebola-related death recorded in Kyondo health zone

Author: actualite.cdPublished on: June 11, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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A second death linked to Ebola has been recorded in the Kyondo health zone in Beni, Democratic Republic of Congo. The announcement comes as the region battles an ongoing outbreak. Local health authorities are stepping up surveillance and response measures.

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