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The Democratic Republic of Congo has received 70,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine to combat the rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak. However, the World Health Organization noted that these doses are not approved for the specific Bundibugyo strain currently prevalent in the region.
A high-level strategic delegation from the Democratic Republic of the Congo visited SouthUp, a technology incubator in Israel's Shaar Hanegev region, signaling evolving Israel-Africa relations.
A weekly external situation report details an ongoing outbreak of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with data updated as of July 19, 2026.
A US national who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been flown to Berlin, Germany, for treatment.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,200 cases and over 300 deaths, prompting the US CDC to raise its response to the highest level. Health authorities are warning that the epidemic will likely persist, with the first case in Europe also confirmed amid the growing crisis.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported over 700 confirmed Ebola cases and 149 deaths, as health workers struggle to contain the outbreak in camps due to growing distrust. The WHO warns of potential spread to new areas.
An external update on June 4, 2026, provides information on the ongoing Ebola outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached 452 confirmed cases and 82 deaths, prompting the US to allocate $38 million and the Africa CDC and WHO to launch a $518 million response plan to combat the spread.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases, with health workers warning of increased risk to women. International aid, including emergency supplies from India, is being deployed as suspected cases emerge in other countries like Brazil and Italy, though some have tested negative.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing its latest Ebola outbreak, prompting calls for international attention and aid.
The World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a global health emergency amidst rising cases and deaths. This declaration prompted escalated international responses and concerns over the virus's potential spread to neighboring countries.
Uganda's Ministry of Health has confirmed an Ebola outbreak, reporting at least one death. The case is identified as imported from the Democratic Republic of Congo, raising concerns about regional spread.
A series of coordinated attacks by the CODECO militia in the Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has resulted in the deaths of at least 69 people.
A report highlights how climate change is negatively affecting beekeeping practices and honey production in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
A Belgian count will face trial for the murder of Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
After two months of closure, a key border crossing between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi has officially reopened. The Kavimvira post was closed in December as the Rwanda-backed M23 launched a fresh offensive in eastern DR Congo. France 24's regional correspondent Emmet Livingstone tells us more.
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, warned that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is 'far from being brought under control,' citing a high risk of epidemic spread.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as the country's largest ever, with cases intensifying at an exceptional rate. The outbreak has surpassed 3,500 cases and resulted in 1,587 deaths, raising concerns about its control.
A new vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, which has been devastating the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has begun human clinical trials.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to spread rapidly, reaching a fourth province and causing hundreds of deaths. Amidst the escalating crisis, a U.S. citizen has tested positive for the virus in the country.
The whereabouts of almost 300 people who have tested positive for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are currently unknown, raising fears of widespread community transmission.
Ebola continues to spread in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with aid agencies preparing for a potential increase in child victims as the outbreak intensifies.
A Disease Outbreak News report confirms an Ebola disease outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
An update on the Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, including the European Union's response efforts.
Two individuals in Brazil and one in Italy are under observation for suspected Ebola infections, raising fears of the virus spreading to new continents. Meanwhile, five patients have recovered from a rare strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Uganda has closed its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo due to a surge in cases of a rare Ebola strain. The World Health Organization has warned that conflict in eastern DR Congo is hindering efforts to combat the outbreak.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a global health emergency. This decision aims to escalate international aid and coordination to contain the spread of the rare Ebola variant.
An Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in at least 65 deaths.
Iran's top diplomat travels to Pakistan for discussions on peace efforts, as ceasefire negotiations with Washington remain stalled. He is expected to present Iran's proposals for ending the conflict.
The President of the United Arab Emirates has received the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional developments.
President Emmanuel Macron announced the death of the aid worker, who was working for UNICEF, the UN children's agency, in Goma, an eastern DRC city held by the M23 rebel group.
A key border post between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi reopened Monday after more than two months of closure triggered by an offensive by the Rwanda-backed AFC/M23. The Kavimvira crossing, a vital trade route linking Uvira and Bujumbura, resumed operations on Monday as Congolese authorities reasserted control over the area.
The World Health Organization has recommended a Phase III trial for an Ebola vaccine specifically targeting the Bundibugyo virus. This recommendation comes as researchers develop vaccines and treatments for the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has rapidly spread, becoming the second-deadliest in history with the death toll surpassing 1,500. Health officials continue to struggle to contain the disease's rapid transmission.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to accelerate with over 930 deaths, prompting the African Development Bank Group to provide $13 million to bolster response efforts across the DRC, South Sudan, and Uganda.
Patients have begun enrolling in the PARTNERS trial in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, marking the world's first scientific effort to test treatments for Bundibugyo virus disease.
France has confirmed its first case of Ebola in a doctor who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the WHO announced trials for two Ebola treatments and acknowledged that the ongoing outbreak continues to outpace response capacities.
An outbreak of the Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease has been reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, leading to a response from the European Union.
An American doctor who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been discharged from a German hospital after recovering. This comes as the Ebola outbreak in the DRC continues to worsen, with nearly 500 confirmed cases reported by the WHO.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has reopened the airport in Bunia, the epicenter of the current Ebola outbreak, as the World Health Organization reports over 300 confirmed cases and seeks more global support to contain the spreading disease.
The humanitarian organization Samaritan's Purse announced plans to open an Ebola field hospital in the Democratic Republic of Congo to assist with the ongoing health crisis.
Samaritan’s Purse responds to Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Yahoo
A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in at least 80 deaths, with reports of constant burials. Authorities have also confirmed 13 cases of a rare variant of the virus.
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is actively involved in humanitarian efforts within the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The Trump administration is reportedly in discussions with the Democratic Republic of the Congo regarding the resettlement of 1,100 Afghans. These individuals are currently stranded in Qatar while awaiting US visas.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is actively promoting the inclusion of people affected by leprosy in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
A key border post between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi has reopened after more than two months of closure following an offensive by AFC/M23 rebels. More than 10,000 people crossed