DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Reportedly Becomes Deadliest in the Country’s History

The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported 2,325 deaths in its latest Ebola outbreak, surpassing the 2,299 deaths recorded during the country’s 2018–2020 outbreak. Confirmed cases have reportedly risen to 4,945. Health officials say the rising fatality rate is linked to late detection, weak surveillance and limited access to treatment, rather than evidence that the virus has become more deadly. Experimental vaccines and therapies are still being assessed. Uganda, which also recorded cases during the outbreak, has declared its outbreak over after confirming 20 cases and two deaths. Ebola spreads through direct contact with the bodily fluids of infected people and can cause fever, vomiting, diarrhoea and severe bleeding. This is deeply worrying. Nigeria’s health authorities should remain vigilant and strengthen preparedness, while global and regional health bodies provide more support to affected communities.

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