Ebola cases top 500 The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has surpassed 500 confirmed cases, resulting in 91 deaths across Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu provinces. The epidemic is largely concentrated in Ituri province and is exacerbated by insecurity, displacement, and cross-border movement. In response, the WHO and Africa CDC have launched a $518 million preparedness and response plan for Africa.

• Over 515 confirmed Ebola cases and 91 deaths recorded in DR Congo provinces of Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu.
• Ituri province accounts for nearly 95% of all confirmed cases.
• The outbreak is fueled by insecurity, population displacement, and cross-border movement.
• WHO and Africa CDC announce a joint $518 million Ebola preparedness and response plan for Africa.
• Uganda has also reported confirmed cases and deaths from the Bundibugyo strain.