As of June 29, 2026, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reported 1,274 confirmed cases of Ebola virus disease, including 360 deaths, according to the latest data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the DRC Ministry of Health. The outbreak, which began in late 2025, primarily affects the North Kivu and Ituri provinces.
Health authorities have deployed ring vaccination strategies using the rVSV-ZEBOV vaccine, targeting over 200,000 people in affected areas. The WHO has emphasized the need for continued surveillance and community engagement to contain the spread. No cases have been reported outside the DRC as of this date.
The case fatality rate stands at approximately 28%, lower than previous outbreaks due to improved treatment protocols and early detection. However, challenges remain, including insecurity in conflict-affected regions and vaccine hesitancy among some communities.
