Ebola death toll in DRC surges to at least 930 as outbreak continues spread
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading at an unprecedented rate, with over 930 deaths and 2,344 confirmed cases. Health officials warn that the virus is expanding faster than any previous outbreak in the region.
Why it matters
The rapid acceleration of this outbreak poses a significant threat to regional public health and stability in the DRC.
Ebola is spreading faster than any previous outbreak in DRC, with 37 new deaths recorded over just 24 hours at the weekend.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info A doctor at the Rwampara Ebola Treatment Centre in Bunia in Ituri province, the epicentre of the Ebola outbreak in DRC [File: AFP] By Al Jazeera Staff , AFP and Reuters Published On 20 Jul 2026 20 Jul 2026 The death toll from the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has risen to at least 930 and the virus appears to be spreading faster.
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