Historical outbreak briefing · Updated May 27, 2026
2000 - Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda - Update 33
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The current outbreak of Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda was first reported on 7 June 2021. According to the World Health Organization's Disease Outbreak News, the situation remains ongoing.
As of the latest report, there are 370 confirmed cases of Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda. The World Health Organization reports that all cases are confirmed, with no probable or suspected cases. Unfortunately, there have been 140 reported deaths, resulting in a case fatality ratio of 37.8%.
The outbreak is currently confined to Uganda, with no reported cases in other countries. There is no information available on any vessel or aircraft outbreaks.
The public health response to the outbreak is being led by the Uganda Ministry of Health, with support from international partners. For the latest updates on the outbreak, please refer to the World Health Organization's Disease Outbreak News at https://www.who.int/emergencies/disease-outbreak-news/item/2000_12_05-en.
Primary source: WHO — 2000 - Ebola haemorrhagic fever in Uganda - Update 33