Ebola Outbreak in Congo Surpasses 5,000 Confirmed Cases

The Democratic Republic of Congo's 17th Ebola epidemic has reached 5,021 confirmed cases, marking the country's largest outbreak in history by infection count.

The death toll hit 2,378 as of the weekend, with the current outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo species, which currently lacks approved vaccines or medical treatments.

Health officials report that response efforts since the May 15, 2026 declaration are being hindered by weak infrastructure, community resistance, and ongoing protests by response workers.