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Ebola Outbreak Expands to New DR Congo Zones as Cases and Deaths Rise
September 25, 2026 at 07:57 PM
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to 63 health zones as the WHO reported 7,890 confirmed cases and 3,799 deaths.
- WHO reported the virus reached Sud-Ubangi province and Dongo, near the border with South Sudan.
- WHO data through September 23 recorded a 48.1 percent case fatality rate, with high daily case numbers continuing nationally.
- Nigeria's Centre for Disease Control announced heightened surveillance and a health declaration form for travelers from affected countries.
- UNAIDS and Africa CDC warned that fear of Ebola is prompting HIV patients to delay treatment, threatening access to antiretroviral drugs.