Archive · 5 Sep 2025
DR Congo Reports New Ebola Outbreak, 15 Deaths
The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a new Ebola outbreak, its 16th.
The outbreak was identified after a pregnant woman showed symptoms, and has now caused 15 deaths out of 28 suspected cases.
The Ebola virus spreads through bodily fluids.
Health officials are working to contain the spread, sending experts and supplies.
They have treatments and vaccines ready.
The symptoms include fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and bleeding.
DR Congo confirmed a new Ebola outbreak.
The outbreak originated in Kasai province.
15 deaths have been reported among 28 suspected cases.
A 34-year-old pregnant woman was a confirmed case.
WHO is assisting with disease surveillance and treatment.
- Who
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- What
- Confirmed a new Ebola outbreak
- When
- August 2024
- Where
- Kasai province, DR Congo
- Why
- Due to confirmed cases and deaths
Affected Population
Health Organizations
Severity of Outbreak
Affected Population
Experiencing a direct threat to their health
Health Organizations
Working to contain the spread of the disease
- Outbreak Confirmed
- August 2024
- Deaths
- 15
- Suspected Cases
- 28
- Location
- Kasai province, DR Congo
- Fatality Rate
- 53.6%
- Confirmed Case
- Pregnant woman, 34 years old
