Ebola spreads in the DRC as authorities struggle to contain outbreak
The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is worsening, with confirmed cases spreading to neighboring Uganda. The World Health Organization has issued a warning about the high public health risk associated with the outbreak. In response, health authorities are enhancing screening measures at airports and borders while launching awareness campaigns in major cities.
- ▪The Ebola outbreak is spreading in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- ▪Locally transmitted cases have been confirmed in neighboring Uganda.
- ▪The World Health Organization warns of a very high public health risk.
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| Original publisher | Al Jazeera English |
| Canonical URL | https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/5/24/ebola-spreads-in-the-drc-as-authorities-struggle-to-contain-outbreak?traffic_source=rss |
| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 19:57:56 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-24T20:27:34.392Z |
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Toggle PlayEbola spreads in the DRC as authorities struggle to contain outbreakNewsFeedEbola spreads in the DRC as authorities struggle to contain outbreakThe Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading as locally transmitted cases have been confirmed in neighbouring Uganda. The World Health Organization warns of a very high public health risk and health authorities have intensified screening at airports and border points, alongside awareness campaigns in major cities.Published On 24 May 202624 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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