Published: Jul 05, 2026, 23:12 IST | Updated: Jul 05, 2026, 23:12 IST
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is currently grappling with a severe and rapidly evolving Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus. As of July 1, 2026, health authorities have confirmed 1,460 cases and 452 deaths within the DRC, signaling a significant escalation in the 17th recorded outbreak of the disease in the country.