DR Congo: WHO Director-General's opening remarks at the media briefing on the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak – 3 June 2026

Reliefweb | 04-06-2026 11:53am |

During a media briefing on June 3, 2026, the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) provided an update on the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The outbreak has resulted in 344 confirmed cases and 60 deaths across three provinces, with efforts underway to reduce the number of suspected cases. The WHO is collaborating with health authorities in Uganda and the United Arab Emirates to manage cases and facilitate contact tracing, while emphasizing the need for improved testing and community trust to combat the outbreak effectively. The Director-General highlighted the importance of leadership, partnership, and community engagement in addressing not only the Ebola crisis but also other health challenges faced by the affected populations.

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