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DR Congo: Note_5_Ebola in Ituri and North Kivu Managing Rumours, Stigma and Community Tensions (June 2026)
By Mercy Corps at ReliefWeb
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
. NOTABLE EVOLUTIONS AS OF JUNE 23 The health situation linked to the Ebola outbreak, declared on 15 May 2026, continues to deteriorate. Between 13 and 20 June 2026, confirmed cases increased by 28.2%, rising from 782 to 1,003, while 60 recoveries were recorded. Ituri remains the epicentre of the ou
Key takeaway Ituri remains the epicentre of the outbreak, with 916 confirmed cases, compared with 84 in North Kivu and 3 in South Kivu.
Why this matters
The rapid escalation of Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly in Ituri, poses significant challenges for humanitarian responders and local communities. With 34 health zones now affected, the outbreak's spread is further complicated by insecurity, access constraints, and community resistance. The suspension of commercial flights at Bunia airport limits the movement of economic and humanitarian actors, hindering the response efforts. Meanwhile, the stabilisation of cases in Uganda is fragile, given the continued spread of the outbreak in eastern DRC. The regional response is critical, with enhanced health screening at borders and points of entry in several countries affecting cross-border movement and humanitarian operations. As the outbreak continues to deteriorate, strengthening community engagement, surveillance, and diagnostic efforts is crucial to limiting the spread of the disease. The ability of humanitarian actors to navigate these challenges will be essential in mitigating the impact of the outbreak on affected communities.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? . NOTABLE EVOLUTIONS AS OF JUNE 23 The health situation linked to the Ebola outbreak, declared on 15 May 2026, continues to deteriorate. Between 13 and 20 June 2026, confirmed cases increased by 28.2%, rising from 782 to 1,003, while 60 recoveries were recorded. Ituri remains the epicentre of the ou
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