Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Country context

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (CD) has a recorded history of 11 Ebola virus disease outbreaks since 2009, with the country first appearing in WHO surveillance for this disease in 2009. The country has experienced a relatively consistent pattern of outbreaks, with 10 historical outbreaks occurring between 2009 and 2026. The cumulative number of confirmed cases is 3941, with 241 probable cases and 2465 deaths. The country's geographic and health system context, including its dense forests and rural areas, may contribute to the pattern of outbreaks.

The current public health situation in CD is characterized by an active outbreak, with 1 ongoing outbreak as of the latest available data. Authorities typically monitor for new cases and clusters, and the public can follow updates from reputable sources such as the WHO and local health authorities.

Synthesized June 9, 2026 from WHO Disease Outbreak News and supporting public-health sources.