Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to 1,333
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo have risen to 1,333, with 399 deaths reported as the virus spreads to new provinces. Health authorities are actively tracing contacts to prevent further transmission, including individuals who fled isolation.
Why it matters
The spread of Ebola into new regions poses a significant public health risk and highlights the challenges of containment in the affected provinces.
The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo has increased to 1,333, including 399 deaths, government data showed on Tuesday (June 30, 2026).
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