Kinshasa, June 3rd, 2026 (CPA).- 344 confirmed cases of Ebola virus disease (EVD), including 322 in Ituri province, 19 in Nord-Kivu province and 3 in Sud-Kivu province, have been recorded, CPA has learned on Wednesday from the epidemiological situation report as of June 1st published by the Ministry in charge of Public Health.
“344 confirmed cases, including 322 in Ituri, 19 Nord-Kivu province and 3 in Sud-Kivu province; 60 cumulative deaths among confirmed cases; 116 suspected cases under investigation; 173 suspected cases in isolation; 23 new confirmed cases in the last 24 hours; and six recoveries,” it is read. The Ituri province remains the epicentre of the outbreak, with 80 confirmed cases in the Bunia health zone, eight deaths in Rwapara, 16 deaths in Mongwalu and one in Mambasa.
To ensure a rapid response, 30 motorcycles have been received as logistical support from the central government to strengthen surveillance and coordination.