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Bundibugyo Virus Disease Cases Rise in Congo and Uganda
Health authorities reported 390 additional suspected cases and 92 deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since 18 May 2026. Laboratory-confirmed cases increased by 72, reaching 105 total, while confirmed deaths rose from four to 10.
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The Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda continues to expand, according to a situation report covering data through 24 May 2026. Since the previous update on 18 May, the Democratic Republic of the Congo recorded 390 new suspected cases and 92 deaths.
Laboratory testing confirmed 72 additional cases, bringing the total to 105, and confirmed deaths increased from four to 10. The report notes that these figures require caution because of delays in laboratory testing and confirmation. The outbreak now affects 13 health zones across three provinces.
Miti-Murhesa Health Zone in South Kivu Province reported its first confirmed case during the period.
Officials stated that evidence points to ongoing cross-border transmission between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The geographic spread has increased since the prior update. The situation report covers weekly external surveillance data collected through 24 May 2026.
