Ebola outbreak (Bundibugyo virus) in DRC and Uganda reaches 1,003 confirmed cases with 254 deaths
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda are experiencing an Ebola disease outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. As of June 20, 2026, there have been 1,003 confirmed cases and 254 confirmed deaths, with 365 people hospitalized in isolation. Ituri province is the hardest hit with 916 cases across 22 health zones, while North Kivu has 84 confirmed cases. The World Health Organization declared this outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on May 17, 2026.
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bskyEbola outbreak (Bundibugyo virus) in DRC and Uganda reaches 1,003 confirmed cases with 254 deathsecdc.europa.euKey quotes
· 3 pulledAs of 22 June 2026, the Ebola disease outbreak caused by Bundibugyo virus is affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda.
On 21 June, the DRC Ministry of Health reported a total of 1 003 confirmed cases, including 254 confirmed related deaths, and 365 individuals hospitalised in isolation (as of 20 June).
Ituri is the most affected province, with 916 confirmed cases from 22 health zones.
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