Outbreak of rare strain of Ebola claims at least 65 lives in DR Congo | Ebola
Ebola Outbreak Claims 65 Lives in DR Congo; Uganda Reports Case
May 16, 2026
A new outbreak of Ebola in the Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has resulted in 65 confirmed deaths, with an additional 246 suspected cases reported. The outbreak has raised alarms about potential cross-border transmission after a Congolese man succumbed to the virus in Kampala, Uganda’s capital.
Health officials in both countries are closely monitoring the situation. Authorities in the DRC are implementing measures to control the outbreak, while Uganda is on high alert following the recent death. The World Health Organization and local health agencies are coordinating efforts to manage the crisis and prevent further spread of the virus.
As public health officials respond to the escalating epidemic, they emphasize the importance of vaccination and community awareness to mitigate transmission risks.
