Public health authorities tracking active viral containment efforts recorded 125 new confirmed cases, 51 confirmed deaths, and 15 recoveries over a recent 24-hour reporting cycle, according to official epidemiological updates. The ongoing crisis encompasses a total country-wide footprint of 3,200 confirmed cases and 1,405 deaths since May 15, yielding a case fatality rate of 43.9%.
Ituri Province Records 115 New Cases Amid High Community Fatality Rates
Ituri Province remains the primary epicentre of viral transmission, accounting for 89.0% of all confirmed cases with 2,848 cumulative infections and 84.3% of total deaths with 1,184 fatalities, according to regional health monitoring data. The province’s case fatality rate stands at 41.6%.
During the latest 24-hour monitoring window, local health officials logged 115 new confirmed cases and 42 deaths across multiple health zones. Transmission is heavily concentrated in Rwampara with 35 cases, Bunia with 23 cases, and Nizi with 20 cases. Additional infections were reported in NiaNia (11), Lita (8), Mongbwalu (8), Damas (2), Komanda (2), Mambasa (2), Mangala (2), and Mahagi (1).
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North Kivu Provincial Totals Reach 306 Confirmed Cases
In North Kivu, surveillance teams documented 7 new confirmed cases alongside 8 deaths during the latest update, according to provincial health reports. New infections are distributed across Butembo with 4 cases, Katwa with 2 cases, and Beni with 1 case.
The provincial cumulative total has now reached 306 confirmed cases and 196 deaths. This translates to a high case fatality rate of 64.1% for the province. Similar to trends observed in neighboring regions, half of the newly reported deaths—50.0%—occurred within community settings rather than designated treatment centers.
Haut-Uélé Province Confirms Three New Infections
Haut-Uélé added 3 new confirmed cases and 1 death at an Ebola Treatment Center (ETC), according to the latest administrative updates. The new cases are distributed as 1 in Boma Mangbetu, 1 in Isiro, and 1 in Wamba.
The provincial cumulative total in Haut-Uélé has risen to 38 confirmed cases and 20 deaths. These figures represent a case fatality rate of 52.6%. Transmission within this province remains geographically dispersed, affecting 5 of the 13 designated health zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current total number of Ebola cases nationwide?
According to official epidemiological updates, the country’s cumulative totals have reached 3,200 confirmed cases and 1,405 deaths since May 15.
Which province is most affected by the current outbreak?
Ituri Province accounts for the vast majority of the impact, representing 89.0% of all confirmed cases (n = 2,848) and 84.3% of deaths (n = 1,184) nationwide.
What is the overall case fatality rate?
The national case fatality rate stands at 43.9%, though individual provinces vary, with North Kivu recording 64.1% and Haut-Uélé recording 52.6%.
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