Historical outbreak briefing · Updated May 26, 2026

Ebola virus disease

0 confirmed 0 probable 0 deaths Source: WHO

The ongoing Ebola virus disease outbreak was first reported on January 5, 2022, by the World Health Organization (WHO). According to the WHO Disease Outbreak News, the current status of the outbreak is ongoing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

As of the latest report, there are 3288 confirmed cases and 118 probable or suspected cases of Ebola virus disease. The total number of cases is 3406. The case fatality ratio is 68%, with 2236 reported deaths. The WHO reports these numbers to provide a clear understanding of the outbreak's progression.

The outbreak is currently confined to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 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 ongoing, with the WHO and other authorities working to contain the spread of the disease. For the latest updates on the outbreak, please refer to the WHO Disease Outbreak News at https://www.who.int/emergencies/disease-outbreak-news/item/2020-DON235.

Primary source: WHO — Ebola virus disease

Countries with reported cases

CD the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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