Ebola death toll in DR Congo climbs to 101

Author: Heba HabibPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Ebola death toll in DR Congo climbs to 101

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 101 confirmed Ebola deaths, with 550 total confirmed cases. The outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain, announced on May 15, went undetected for weeks, leaving health authorities struggling. Armed groups are hindering the response in Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. A burial team was attacked in Bunia, leaving two seriously injured.

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