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- 1Ebola outbreak grows in the Democratic Republic of Congo●What we know about the spread of Ebola amid growing outbreak in DRC
Health authorities are tracking a growing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with new attention on how the virus is spreading across affected areas. The World Health Organization and Congo's health ministry are expected to provide updated case and death figures as contact tracing and containment efforts continue. International observers are watching closely given the region's history of large Ebola epidemics and the risk of spread beyond current outbreak zones.
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A new Ebola outbreak is spreading across the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to CNN reporting. Health authorities face the challenge of containing the virus in a country that has battled repeated Ebola epidemics, with concerns mounting about how far the outbreak may extend across affected regions.
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Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo are confronting an Ebola outbreak that has now surpassed 900 suspected cases. The mounting toll has put regional and global health authorities on alert, with reports highlighting the risk of wider spread and the challenges of containment in affected areas. Observers are watching closely for updates on confirmed cases, deaths and the response effort.
- 4Congo's Ebola outbreak: signs it may be coming under control▼Is Congo’s Ebola outbreak coming under control?
NPR reports on whether the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is finally coming under control. The question of containment is drawing attention as health authorities work to curb the virus's spread, with observers weighing case trends and response efforts to judge whether the outbreak is being brought to heel.
- 5Ebola cases surge in North Kivu as Ituri outbreak slows▼Ebola: Sharp jump in cases in North Kivu while outbreak slows in Ituri
Health officials report a sharp increase in Ebola cases in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, even as the outbreak slows in neighbouring Ituri. The divergence between the two provinces is drawing attention to uneven transmission patterns in the ongoing epidemic, with responders likely to focus resources on the worsening North Kivu region.
- 6At least 12 dead, dozens missing after DRC boat capsizes●At least 12 dead and dozens missing after a vessel capsizes in DRC https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/27/a t-least-1
A vessel has capsized in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing at least 12 people and leaving dozens missing. The disaster comes only two days after a separate boat accident in the country killed at least 41 people. Boat accidents are frequent on Congolese rivers, where vessels are often overloaded and safety regulation is weak.
- 7Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to 63 health zones▼Congo’s Ebola outbreak expands to 63 health zones: WHO
The World Health Organization says the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has now expanded to 63 health zones, a widening of the epidemic's geographic reach across the country. Health authorities are working to contain transmission as the outbreak continues to spread into new areas.
- 8DR Congo battles its largest ever Ebola outbreak▼'When fear takes over': Responding to the DRC's largest Ebola outbreak
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are working to contain the country's largest recorded Ebola outbreak, with responders warning that fear among affected communities is complicating efforts to trace and treat cases. Coverage highlights how panic can undermine containment, as people avoid treatment centres or hide symptoms, and stresses the need for trust-building alongside medical measures.
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A plane carrying a military delegation from the Democratic Republic of the Congo has crashed, according to Al Jazeera. Details about casualties, the cause of the crash, and the delegation's destination have not yet been confirmed. The incident is likely to draw scrutiny of the country's military aviation safety at a time when DR Congo's armed forces are heavily engaged in operations against rebel groups in the east.
- 10Ebola outbreak in DR Congo nears 8,000 confirmed cases●The Ebola outbreak in the DRC exceeds 8,300 dead and approaches 8,000 confirmed cases.
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are battling one of the deadliest Ebola outbreaks on record, with the death toll now exceeding 8,300 and confirmed cases approaching 8,000. The figures underline the severity of the epidemic and the continued challenges of containing transmission in affected regions, drawing international attention to the response effort.
- 11Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads to two more health zones▼Ebola outbreak in Congo expands to two additional health zones: WHO
The World Health Organization reports that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expanded to two additional health zones, broadening the affected area. The announcement raises concern about containment efforts and the risk of further spread between communities and across regional borders.
- 12Plane carrying DR Congo military delegation crashes, killing 17▼Plane carrying DR Congo military delegation crashes https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/27/plane-carrying-
A plane carrying a Congolese military delegation has crashed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, killing 17 people on board, according to Al Jazeera reporting. The victims included members of the armed forces. Details on the cause of the crash and the full list of those aboard have not yet been released.
- 13Ebola outbreak in DR Congo becomes worst on record▼Ebola outbreak is DRC’s worst; where is the vaccine?
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing its worst Ebola outbreak to date, prompting questions about why vaccine supplies are not reaching those who need them. Health authorities and international organisations are under pressure to scale up the response, and observers are asking how available Ebola vaccines are being deployed and why access remains limited despite the severity of the epidemic.
- 14Congo struggles to trace contacts as Ebola outbreak worsens▼Ebola outbreak deepens as Congo fails to trace most contacts | Daily Sabah
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo are failing to trace the majority of contacts of confirmed Ebola cases, according to Daily Sabah, a gap that is allowing the outbreak to deepen. Contact tracing is a core tool for containing Ebola, and widespread missed contacts raises the risk of further spread within the region.
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The World Health Organization reports that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two new health zones, raising concerns about the potential for wider transmission. Wire services including Reuters, The Hindu and South Africa's SABC are carrying the update, which health officials say underscores the difficulty of containing the virus in remote, densely connected communities. Response teams are working to trace contacts and curb further spread.
- 16DRC plane crash kills 17, including top military officials▼DRC plane crash kills 17, including two of the country's most senior military officials
A plane crash in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed 17 people, among them two of the country's most senior military officials. Details on the cause of the crash and the identities of the victims remain limited, and authorities are expected to release further information as investigations begin.
- 17Mpox case confirmed in northeastern DRC Ebola epicentre▼Mpox case confirmed in northeastern DRC city at the centre of the Ebola outbreak
Health authorities have confirmed a case of mpox in a city in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo that was previously the centre of the Ebola outbreak. The finding raises concern about overlapping disease outbreaks in a region with fragile health infrastructure. Officials are expected to step up surveillance and contact tracing to contain further spread of the virus.
- 18DRC plane crash kills 17, including two top military officials▼DRC plane crash kills 17, including two of the country's most senior military official
A plane crash in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed 17 people, among them two of the country's most senior military officials. The dead include high-ranking members of the armed forces, making the crash a significant loss for the DRC military. Details on the cause of the crash and the identities of all the victims have not yet been fully released.
- 19Mobile Phone Data Aids Ebola Tracking in DRC▼Mobile Phone Data Helps Track the Ebola Outbreak in the DRC
Mobile phone data is being used to help track the spread of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. By analysing movement patterns from mobile networks, health authorities and researchers aim to anticipate where the virus might travel next and target containment measures more effectively. The approach highlights how digital technology is increasingly deployed in epidemic response across Africa.
- 20South Sudan urged to boost Ebola preparedness as outbreaks hit neighbours▼Senior Presidential Envoy backs emergency preparedness in South Sudan amid Ebola outbreaks in Uganda and DRC
South Sudan's Senior Presidential Envoy has voiced support for strengthening the country's emergency preparedness as Ebola outbreaks continue in neighbouring Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The endorsement, highlighted by the World Health Organization's regional office for Africa, underscores concerns that South Sudan could be exposed if the outbreaks spread across borders, and reinforces calls for vigilance, surveillance and readiness of health systems.
- 21Mpox case confirmed in Bunia amid Ebola outbreak●Mpox case confirmed in Bunia amid Ebola outbreak — TimesLIVE
A case of mpox has been confirmed in Bunia, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, raising concern because the city is already at the centre of an Ebola outbreak. Health authorities now face the challenge of responding to two dangerous diseases at once in the same area, stretching testing, treatment and contact-tracing capacity in a region with fragile medical infrastructure.