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US urges Europe to impose Ebola travel bans ahead of World Cup

US urges Europe to impose Ebola travel bans ahead of World Cup

By Simon Lewis and Giulia Paravicini WASHINGTON/NAIROBI, June 9 (Reuters) - The Trump administration has called on European nations to follow Washington's lead and impose travel restrictions on people who have recently been in Central African countries affected by the Ebola outbreak, in hopes of
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Congo's Ebola Outbreak Escalates Amid Conflict, Over 100 Deaths Reported

Congo's Ebola Outbreak Escalates Amid Conflict, Over 100 Deaths Reported

The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing a severe Ebola outbreak, with over 100 deaths reported out of 550 confirmed cases. The outbreak is primarily concentrated in the eastern province of Ituri, which accounts for more than 90% of the cases. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing conflict and attacks on health workers, which hinder efforts to contain the disease. The outbreak was declared on May 15, but the late confirmation and challenges in contact tracing have complicated the response. The World Health Organization (WHO) has noted that the risk of the disease spreading to the rest of Africa and globally is currently low. However, the conflict and movement of displaced populations make it difficult to trace and manage the spread of the virus.
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Congo's Ebola outbreak rises to 100 deaths out of 550 cases as conflict slows response

Congo's Ebola outbreak rises to 100 deaths out of 550 cases as conflict slows response

At least 100 people have died from Ebola less than a month after authorities declared an outbreak of the disease in eastern Congo
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WHO Reports Over 100 Deaths in Congo's Ebola Outbreak Amid Conflict Challenges

WHO Reports Over 100 Deaths in Congo's Ebola Outbreak Amid Conflict Challenges

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that more than 100 people have died from Ebola in eastern Congo, following an outbreak declared on May 15. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has resulted in 550 confirmed cases, with 101 deaths and 19 recoveries. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing armed conflict in the region, which disrupts surveillance and response activities. The outbreak is concentrated in the Ituri province, with cases also reported in North Kivu and South Kivu provinces, and has spread to Uganda. Efforts to contain the virus are hindered by attacks on health workers, skepticism among locals, and logistical challenges in reaching remote areas. The WHO assesses the risk of further spread in Africa and globally as low, but emphasizes the need for medical support for patients.
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WHO Reports Rapid Increase in Ebola Cases in DRC and Uganda, Raising Concerns

WHO Reports Rapid Increase in Ebola Cases in DRC and Uganda, Raising Concerns

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a significant increase in Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda since late May. As of June 6, 2026, the DRC has confirmed 515 cases and 91 deaths, with 390 new cases reported since May 29. The outbreak is primarily concentrated in the Ituri province, but cases have been identified across 25 health zones, some hundreds of miles from the epicenter. Uganda has also seen a rise in cases, with 19 confirmed as of June 6, marking an increase of 10 cases since the last update. The WHO attributes the rise in confirmed cases to improved testing and diagnosis capabilities. The organization assesses the risk of transmission as 'very high' in the DRC and 'high' in neighboring countries, though the risk to the rest of Africa and the world remains 'low'.
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WHO Reports Rapid Increase in Ebola Cases in DRC and Uganda

WHO Reports Rapid Increase in Ebola Cases in DRC and Uganda

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a rapid increase in Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda since late May. An additional 390 confirmed cases and 74 deaths have been recorded, bringing the total to 515 cases and 91 deaths in the DRC. The outbreak is concentrated in the Ituri province but has spread across 25 health zones. Improved testing and diagnosis have contributed to the rise in reported cases. The WHO assesses the risk of transmission as very high in the DRC and high in neighboring countries.
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How the Ebola outbreak is changing weddings in Congo

How the Ebola outbreak is changing weddings in Congo

Authorities have raced to slow the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo with strict measures, including by limiting public gatherings and enforcing social distancing
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Congo's Ebola Outbreak Escalates with Over 100 Deaths Amidst Conflict

Congo's Ebola Outbreak Escalates with Over 100 Deaths Amidst Conflict

The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing a severe Ebola outbreak, with over 100 deaths reported out of 550 confirmed cases. The outbreak, which began in May 2026, is primarily concentrated in the eastern province of Ituri, with cases also reported in North Kivu and South Kivu provinces. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing armed conflict and attacks on health workers, which hinder efforts to contain the virus. The outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, a rare strain of Ebola for which there is no approved vaccine or treatment. Efforts to control the outbreak are further complicated by skepticism among locals and logistical challenges in reaching affected areas.
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Kenyan police fire tear gas during protest against US Ebola quarantine facility

Kenyan police fire tear gas during protest against US Ebola quarantine facility

By Edwin Okoth NANYUKI, Kenya, June 9 (Reuters) - Kenyan police fired tear gas on Tuesday to scatter protesters in the central town of Nanyuki opposing a quarantine centre for Americans exposed to Ebola that the U.S. government has raced to build despite Kenyan court orders barring further work.
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We don’t know how the Ebola outbreak started. That’s a problem.

We don’t know how the Ebola outbreak started. That’s a problem.

What Ebola and hantavirus reveal about determining the source of an outbreak — and why it matters
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Ebola Outbreak in Congo Intensifies Due to Illegal Gold Mining

Ebola Outbreak in Congo Intensifies Due to Illegal Gold Mining

A severe Ebola outbreak has emerged in the northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, driven by unregulated gold mining activities. The epidemic, which began in May 2026, is caused by the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain, for which there are no approved vaccines or treatments. The outbreak is centered in the mining zones of Ituri Province, where deforestation and increased human-wildlife contact, particularly with fruit bats, are accelerating virus transmission. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the situation a Public Health Emergency of International Concern as the virus spreads to neighboring Uganda. The outbreak has already infected hundreds and claimed numerous lives, with the true number of cases likely higher due to miners' fear of authorities and lack of healthcare access.
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Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup

Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup

By Steve Gorman June 8 (Reuters) - Epidemiologists will be busy this summer sifting through sewage and social media with the goal of keeping soccer fans and the public safe from severe illness during the World Cup, one of the largest and most globally diverse mass gatherings ever anticipated.