WHO Notes Significant Rise in Ebola Cases and Fatalities in DRC and Uganda

The World Health Organization has documented a swift escalation in confirmed Ebola cases and associated deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has led to nearly 700 cases and over 130 fatalities as of June 10, 2026. Officials suggest the actual spread of the disease could be more extensive than reported figures.