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DR Congo - Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease outbreak Affected provinces: Ituri, North Kivu,South Kivu, Tshopo and Haut-Uélé (as of 11 August 2026 )
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· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway As of 11 August 2026, these provinces are known to be impacted by the Ebola virus disease.
An outbreak of Ebola virus disease has been reported in the region, specifically in the Bundibugyo area of the DR Congo. Several provinces are affected, including Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu. The outbreak has also been detected in Tshopo and Haut-Uélé provinces.
As of 11 August 2026, these provinces are known to be impacted by the Ebola virus disease. Further information on the outbreak can be found through ReliefWeb, which provides updates on the situation in the local area.
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Category: disaster Published: August 17, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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