Suspected of Ebola, five detainees from Bunia prison test negative

Five detainees at the central prison of Bunia (Ituri) suspected of Ebola tested negative on June 5, 2026, after laboratory analyses. Health and prison authorities confirmed no contamination, alleviating concerns after the prisoners had escaped during transfer to treatment facilities. Despite the outcome, response teams call for reinforced prevention, including the establishment of an isolation center within the prison, supported by WHO, MONUSCO, and the ICRC. Prison director Camille Zonzi expressed satisfaction and pledged vigilance to prevent the disease from entering the facility.