As of July 18, 2026, health authorities had confirmed a total of 2,344 Ebola cases, including 930 deaths, highlighting the continued impact of the outbreak despite ongoing efforts to control its spread.

Within a 24-hour period, the country recorded 77 new Ebola cases and 37 additional deaths, a development that shows the virus remains a major public health challenge for authorities and response teams working to contain it.

Ituri Province remains the epicentre of the outbreak, with Ebola cases reported in 27 of its 36 health zones. North Kivu Province is the second most affected area, with infections recorded in 11 of its 34 health zones.

In Haut-Uélé Province, the virus has been detected in four health zones, including Wamba, Boma Mangbetu, Pawa, and Isiro, out of the province’s 13 health zones. In Tshopo Province, Ebola cases have been reported in three health zones: Makiso-Kisangani, Lubunga, and Mangobo, out of 23 health zones.

The Ministry of Health said no new Ebola cases have been reported in South Kivu Province since May 26, 2026. It also confirmed that no new infections are currently being detected in Tshopo and Haut-Uélé provinces, indicating progress in controlling transmission in those areas.