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The rare Ebola outbreak is one danger. Attacks on healthcare workers are another

The rare Ebola outbreak is one danger. Attacks on healthcare workers are another

Health workers responding to a rapidly spreading outbreak of a rare type of Ebola in eastern Congo face two threats
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Congo's Ebola Outbreak Response Hindered by Aid Cuts and Violence

Congo's Ebola Outbreak Response Hindered by Aid Cuts and Violence

The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing significant challenges in managing an Ebola outbreak in its eastern regions, primarily due to aid cuts and ongoing violence. The outbreak, centered in Ituri province, has seen over 900 suspected cases and has been declared a global health emergency. The situation is exacerbated by attacks on Ebola treatment centers, fueled by local anger and distrust. Armed rebel groups, including the M23 and the Allied Democratic Forces, contribute to the instability, complicating efforts to control the disease. The outbreak is unfolding in a region already struggling with displacement and fragile healthcare systems.
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Congo Faces Challenges in Ebola Outbreak Amidst Armed Conflict and Aid Cuts

Congo Faces Challenges in Ebola Outbreak Amidst Armed Conflict and Aid Cuts

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, health workers are struggling to contain an Ebola outbreak that has resulted in over 900 suspected cases and 119 deaths, primarily in the Ituri Province. The outbreak, declared on May 15, 2026, is complicated by ongoing violence from armed groups and a lack of resources due to international aid cuts. The Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, which lacks an approved vaccine, is responsible for the outbreak. The situation is exacerbated by distrust in local communities and poor infrastructure, making it difficult for health responders to operate effectively.
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Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Escalates Amid Distrust and Armed Conflict

Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Escalates Amid Distrust and Armed Conflict

The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a severe Ebola outbreak, with over 100 suspected deaths and 904 cases reported. The outbreak, first declared on May 15, 2026, has spread across a region larger than Florida, with confirmed cases also appearing in neighboring Uganda. The World Health Organization has raised the national risk level to 'very high.' The outbreak is complicated by the presence of a less-studied Ebola species, Bundibugyo, and the region's challenging conditions, including armed conflict and poor infrastructure. Health workers and aid organizations are struggling to contain the virus amid widespread panic and distrust among the local population.
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Ebola Outbreak in East Africa Threatens Safari Season Amid Rising Infections

Ebola Outbreak in East Africa Threatens Safari Season Amid Rising Infections

A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda is causing significant concern for the East African tourism industry as it prepares for its peak travel season. The outbreak, originating in the Ituri province of northeast DRC, involves the Bundibugyo variant, which currently lacks an authorized vaccine or targeted therapy. The disease has rapidly spread across borders into Uganda, reaching Kampala, a central hub for tourists exploring East African wildlife. By mid-May, the World Health Organization reported nearly 600 infections and 139 probable fatalities. The outbreak has led to increased travel warnings, particularly from North America, where travelers are advised against visiting Uganda and the DRC. This has resulted in trip cancellations and growing unease among tourists planning to visit the region.
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Attacks on Ebola treatment centers are one of several problems affecting Congo's outbreak response

Attacks on Ebola treatment centers are one of several problems affecting Congo's outbreak response

Experts say several crises combine to make the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo difficult to contain
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Young men storm a Congo hospital treating Ebola patients to demand bodies of their kin

Young men storm a Congo hospital treating Ebola patients to demand bodies of their kin

A local hospital official says that angry young men stormed a hospital treating Ebola patients at the heart of an outbreak in eastern Congo, demanding the bodies of their relatives
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Ebola Outbreak in Congo Raises Concerns for 2026 World Cup

Ebola Outbreak in Congo Raises Concerns for 2026 World Cup

Ebola Outbreak in Congo Raises Concerns for 2026 World Cup
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Red Cross Reports Death of Three Volunteers in Congo Ebola Outbreak

Red Cross Reports Death of Three Volunteers in Congo Ebola Outbreak

The Red Cross has announced that three of its volunteers have died in the Democratic Republic of Congo after contracting Ebola. The outbreak, which has been declared an international public health emergency by the World Health Organization, is centered in the northeastern province of Ituri. The volunteers, who were part of the DR Congo Red Cross, were involved in managing dead bodies as part of a humanitarian mission. The outbreak has resulted in 82 confirmed cases and seven confirmed deaths, with nearly 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths. The World Health Organization has raised the risk assessment for Congo to the highest level, while maintaining a high regional risk and a low global risk.
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Red Cross Volunteers in Congo Die from Ebola Amid International Health Emergency

Red Cross Volunteers in Congo Die from Ebola Amid International Health Emergency

Three Red Cross volunteers have died in the Democratic Republic of Congo after contracting Ebola while on duty. The outbreak, which began in March, has been declared an international public health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO). The volunteers were part of the DR Congo Red Cross in Ituri, the epicenter of the outbreak. They were involved in managing dead bodies, a task that exposed them to the virus. The Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, involved in this outbreak, has no approved vaccine or treatment. The WHO has raised the risk assessment for Congo to the highest level, with 82 confirmed cases and seven confirmed deaths, alongside nearly 750 suspected cases and 177 suspected deaths.
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CDC Implements Ebola Screening at Atlanta Airport Amid Epidemic Concerns

CDC Implements Ebola Screening at Atlanta Airport Amid Epidemic Concerns

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has introduced enhanced public health screenings at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport for passengers arriving from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. This measure is in response to a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, which currently lacks approved vaccines or treatments. The World Health Organization declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern on May 17. The screenings at Atlanta expand upon those already in place at Washington-Dulles International Airport since May 20. The CDC's approach includes overseas exit screening, airline illness reporting, and post-arrival monitoring. As of May 23, there have been 91 confirmed cases and 10 deaths in Congo, with additional cases in Uganda.