Ebola Outbreak Spreads in Democratic Republic of Congo

May 24, 2026 · 6 sources · 5 regions

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed over 200 people with confirmed cases spreading to Uganda and risks to 10 other African nations. International health organizations and governments are implementing screening measures and travel advisories as the outbreak continues to escalate.

Sources

Ebola toll in DR Congo over 200, Uganda and 10 other African countries also at risk South China Morning Post · China
India issues advisory against non-essential travel to Congo, Uganda and South Sudan amid Ebola outbreak The Hindu · India
Thailand to quarantine travellers from Congo even if they have no Ebola symptoms The Straits Times Asia · Southeast Asia
Ten African countries at risk from Ebola virus Africa CDC warns France 24 · France
Attacks on Ebola centres intensify in eastern DRC amid outbreak fears Al Jazeera English · Middle East
The week in pictures: Ebola outbreak in Africa, Putin in China and Cannes Film Festival mermaids France 24 · France

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