The Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is still ongoing. There is continuous transmission, which is causing more cases and deaths to be reported.
As of 15 July 2026, the DRC has reported a total of 2,124 confirmed cases. This includes 828 deaths.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) shared this information in a statement on Friday.
The WHO also mentioned that German authorities confirmed a Bundibugyo Ebola case in a humanitarian worker from the US. This worker was medically evacuated from the DRC on July 13.
“This is the second US citizen treated in Germany,” the WHO stated.
In Uganda, there have been no new BVD cases since June 21, according to the WHO.
The latest patient in Uganda was discharged on 16 July after testing negative twice. This allows the country to start the 42-day enhanced surveillance period before they can declare the outbreak over.
The statement noted that health authorities in the DRC and Uganda are working with WHO and other partners. They are continuing extensive outbreak response measures, including surveillance.
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