Ebola virus disease in DRC
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), has declared that the Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC). As of 16 May 2026, eight laboratory-confirmed cases, 246 suspected cases and 80 suspected deaths have been reported in Ituri Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo across at least three health zones, including Bunia, Rwampara and Mongbwalu.
Ebola virus disease in DRC
As of 15 May 2026, a total of 13 confirmed cases of Ebola disease and four deaths have been reported in DRC. Cases have primarily been reported in the Mongwalu and Rwampara health zones, with additional suspected cases identified in Bunia. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Ebola disease.
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