Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spreads to sixth province as death toll passes 2,100
- Posted on August 13, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces an unprecedented health crisis as Ebola continues its rapid expansion across six provinces, with fatalities exceeding 2,100 cases. Public health authorities report this outbreak has become the nation's most severe epidemic on record, surpassing previous incidents in both speed of transmission and mortality rate. International health organizations warn of accelerating transmission patterns requiring urgent intervention strategies.
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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spreads to sixth province as death toll passes 2,100
The epidemic, already the deadliest in the country's history, is spreading faster than any previous Ebola outbreak, the World Health Organization has warned.
