Kenya confirms eighth Ebola case as Congo outbreak spreads to eighth province
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Kenya's Health Ministry confirmed an eighth Ebola case on Sunday, a 49-year-old patient attendant likely exposed to the country's first case. Congo also reported spread to an eighth province, Nord-Ubangi. Authorities there have recorded at least 9,400 cases, including over 4,500 deaths, since mid-May.
Why it matters
The outbreak is the deadliest in Congo's history and is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved vaccine or treatment, according to the sources. It is now spreading geographically, including into Kenya.
Key dates
- Mid-May 2026Ebola outbreak declared in Congo.
- 5 October 2026Kenya's first Ebola patient died.
- Sunday (18 October 2026)Kenya confirmed its eighth case; Congo reported spread to Nord-Ubangi, its eighth affected province.
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Sources
- Deutsche Welle (DW)View original →
