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- 1Congo Ebola outbreak surpasses 8,000 confirmed cases▼Congo's Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases as disease remains out of control
Health officials report that Congo's Ebola outbreak has now exceeded 8,000 confirmed cases, with the disease still described as out of control. The milestone highlights ongoing difficulties in containing the epidemic despite response efforts, and it is drawing renewed international attention to the region's public health crisis.
- 2DR Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 cases with 48% death rate●DR Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 cases, with 48% death rate
Health authorities report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 cases, with a fatality rate of about 48%. The figures make it one of the deadliest Ebola outbreaks on record, and global health watchers are monitoring the risk of further spread across the region.
- 3Ebola cases top 8,000 as DRC outbreak worsens●Ebola cases surpass 8,000 as DRC struggles to control outbreak
Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have surpassed 8,000, with health authorities struggling to bring the outbreak under control. Reports highlight the scale of the epidemic and the ongoing challenges faced by responders on the ground, making containment one of the most pressing global health concerns.
- 4Congo Ebola Outbreak Tops 8,000 Cases, Straining Basic Health Care▼Ebola Is Hollowing Out Basic Health Care as Congo’s Outbreak Surpasses 8,000 Cases
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has passed 8,000 cases, and health workers warn the epidemic is hollowing out routine medical services. Clinics are diverting staff and resources to contain the virus, leaving vaccination, maternal care and treatment of common diseases disrupted for millions of people in affected regions.
- 5Congo Ebola outbreak passes 8,000 confirmed cases▼More than 8,000 confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak
Health officials report that more than 8,000 confirmed Ebola cases have now been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo's ongoing outbreak. The milestone underscores the scale of the epidemic and the continued challenges containment teams face in the region. Observers are watching whether case numbers keep rising and how international health agencies respond.
- 6Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 cases, crippling basic healthcare▼Ebola is hollowing out basic healthcare as Congo’s outbreak surpasses 8,000 cases
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has now surpassed 8,000 cases, and health workers warn the epidemic is hollowing out routine medical care. Hospitals and clinics struggling to contain the virus are reporting disruptions to vaccinations, maternity services and treatment of everyday illnesses, raising fears of wider indirect deaths beyond the Ebola toll itself.
- 7DRC politician beaten to death after Ebola radio appearance▼DRC politician beaten to death after radio appearance about Ebola outbreak
A politician in the Democratic Republic of Congo was beaten to death after appearing on a radio programme about the country's Ebola outbreak, the Guardian reports. The killing highlights the dangers facing officials and health workers responding to the epidemic in a region where mistrust of the response effort has fuelled violence.
- 8DR Congo Ebola emergency: Calls grow for humanitarian access▼DR Congo Ebola emergency: Calls grow for urgent humanitarian access
A new Ebola emergency in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is prompting calls from the United Nations and humanitarian organisations for urgent access to affected communities. Aid agencies say rapid, unimpeded access is essential to contain the outbreak, treat patients and deliver supplies, amid concerns that access restrictions could allow the virus to spread further.
- 9DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Reaches 8,067 Cases and 3,901 Deaths▼DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Reaches 8,067 Cases and 3,901 Deaths: how 13 outlets framed it
Media outlets are reporting on the scale of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a case count of 8,067 and 3,901 deaths. Thirteen outlets have covered the figures, each framing the outbreak's severity and response differently. The numbers point to one of the deadliest Ebola epidemics recorded, drawing continued attention to containment efforts and the humanitarian situation in the region.
- 10ACAPS reports on indirect humanitarian impacts of DRC Ebola outbreak▼Democratic Republic of the Congo: Current and anticipated indirect humanitarian impacts of the Ebola outbreak (ACAPS Thematic Report 28 September 2026)
ACAPS has released a thematic report assessing the current and anticipated indirect humanitarian impacts of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dated 28 September 2026. The analysis examines how the epidemic is affecting livelihoods, services and access to needs beyond direct infection figures, and outlines likely future impacts to guide humanitarian response planning.
- 11DR Congo: Military justice targets officials over Kenge plane crash●# RDC # justice # militaire # responsables # crash # avion # Kenge # DRC # military # justice # officials # aircraft # c
Military justice authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo are pursuing the two highest-ranking officials in connection with an aircraft crash near Kenge. The case has drawn attention across Congolese and francophone media, with commentary focusing on the involvement of senior figures and the decision to route the investigation through military rather than civilian courts.
- 1214 Dead, Including Two Senior Congo Military Officials, in Plane Crash●14 Dead, Including 2 Senior Congo Military Officials, After Plane Crash
A plane crash in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed 14 people, among them two senior military officials. The victims were confirmed dead at the scene, and authorities have not yet detailed the cause of the crash. The loss of high-ranking military figures has drawn significant attention to aviation safety and official travel in the country.
- 13Congo's Foreign Minister Addresses UN General Assembly Debate▼Minister for Foreign Affairs of Republic of Congo Addresses 81st Session of General Assembly Debate
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Congo addressed the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The address forms part of the annual gathering where member states set out their positions on international peace, security and development. Details of the minister's specific remarks have not yet been widely reported.
- 14Tampa doctor returns from Congo Ebola outbreak●A Tampa-based doctor returning from Congo on the challenges of treating the Ebola outbreak
A Tampa-based doctor has returned home from the Democratic Republic of Congo after helping treat patients during the ongoing Ebola outbreak there. In an interview with WUSF, the doctor described the difficulties of delivering care in the field, including logistical hurdles, strained local health systems, and the dangers faced by medical workers responding to the virus, which remains a serious public health threat in the region.
- 15Early care and oxygen key to Ebola survival in DRC, WHO says●DRC: Early access to care and oxygen decisive for Ebola patients’ survival – WHO
The World Health Organization says early access to medical care and oxygen therapy is decisive for the survival of Ebola patients in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The UN agency's message stresses that promptly treating those infected significantly improves their chances of recovery amid ongoing Ebola outbreaks in the country.
- 16Congolese film 'Et Gomorrhe: Le Karma' releases episode 2●ET GOMORRHE... : Le Karma |EPISODE 2|Film congolais 2026 |Sila Bisalu |Les habacucs de sb
The second episode of 'Et Gomorrhe... : Le Karma', a 2026 Congolese film from the production group Les Habacucs de SB, is out and drawing a large audience. The installment features actress Sila Bisalu and continues the story begun in the series' first episode, with viewers reacting strongly to the new release.