Ebola death toll in DR Congo climbs to 101
Summary
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing an Ebola outbreak with 101 confirmed deaths and 550 cases reported. Armed conflicts and mistrust in affected areas are making it hard for health workers to control the spread of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.Key Facts
- The DRC has reported 101 deaths and 550 confirmed Ebola cases.
- The outbreak began officially on May 15 but was undetected for several weeks.
- The virus is mainly found in Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces, which have active armed groups.
- Armed groups are blocking access to some health zones, slowing the Ebola response.
- The Bundibugyo strain causing this outbreak has no approved vaccine or treatment yet.
- Uganda has 19 cases and 2 deaths, mostly from Congolese crossing the border.
- The United Arab Emirates and Mauritius have banned travelers from the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan.
- Uganda has closed its border with the DRC, but the WHO suggests travel bans are not effective.
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