Key facts
- Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda have reached 471.
- Health officials warn the outbreak could become one of the largest on record.
- 71 new Ebola cases were confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo in a 24-hour period.
- Health officials warn of rapid community transmission of the deadly disease.
- A major international response has been prompted by the surge in cases.
The Ebola outbreak spanning the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has seen a significant increase in confirmed cases, reaching a total of 471. In a single 24-hour period, the Democratic Republic of Congo reported 71 new cases, raising concerns about rapid community transmission. Health authorities have issued warnings that the current outbreak could escalate into one of the largest recorded instances of the disease. This surge has necessitated a substantial international response to contain the spread and manage the public health crisis.