Ebola Outbreak Sees New Cases in Kenya and Nigeria, Continues in DRC

An Ebola outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has seen new cases reported in Kenya (9 cases, 2 deaths) and Nigeria (1 case) in October 2026. This follows an ongoing situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo since May 2026, which has recorded 9,964 confirmed cases and 4,851 deaths across eight provinces. The multi-country spread highlights persistent public health challenges and the need for continued surveillance and response efforts.