Health & Science · November 11, 2026
Congo's Ebola outbreak tops 11,000 cases as disease keeps spreading
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Health reported that the current Ebola outbreak has exceeded 11,000 cases, marking it as the deadliest in the country's history. Since the outbreak was declared in mid-May, the Bundibugyo virus strain has infected at least 11,042 people and resulted in 5,387 deaths, according to latest figures. Congolese authorities continue to face significant barriers to containment, including active armed conflict, misinformation, and a lack of specific vaccines or treatments for this particular strain. The disease has now reached eight of the country's 26 provinces, with major hotspots in North Kivu and Ituri.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- The Ebola outbreak in Congo has surpassed 11,000 cases.
- The government announced these figures on Wednesday.
- This is the deadliest Ebola outbreak in Congo's history.
- The outbreak is continuing to spread.
Reported by only some outlets
- The total number of infections is 11,042.
- The virus has killed 5,387 people.
- The outbreak was declared in mid-May.
- The specific strain involved is the Bundibugyo virus.
- There is no known vaccine or treatment for this specific strain.
- The virus has spread to eight of Congo's 26 provinces.
- Conflict, mistrust, and poor infrastructure are hindering containment efforts.
What the evidence actually shows
Congo's Health Ministry reported 11,042 Ebola cases and 5,387 deaths as of Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo virus and has spread to eight provinces. Local officials identified armed conflict and misinformation as major obstacles to medical intervention.
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