DRC: New Ebola outbreak, at least 65 dead

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: May 15, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Health
DRC: New Ebola outbreak, at least 65 dead

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a new outbreak of Ebola has resulted in at least 65 deaths in the northeastern region. Nearly 250 suspected cases have been reported in Ituri province, particularly in Bunia, where preliminary analyses confirmed the presence of the virus. Health authorities are concerned about the potential spread beyond the borders, worsened by population movements related to mining activities and insecurity in affected areas.

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