Congo Ebola Response Expands Support Across Seven Provinces

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo reached 8,978 confirmed cases and 4,336 deaths as of October 10, 2026, with health authorities continuing response efforts across seven provinces and 65 affected health zones, according to the situation update.

The fatality rate stood at 48.3%, while 945 patients remained isolated or hospitalized and 2,356 people had recovered, according to the latest health situation report. Contact tracing coverage reached 81.0%.

Health authorities and the World Health Organization are also expanding psychological support for patients, survivors, families, and frontline workers affected by fear, isolation, and stigma during the outbreak response.

According to WHO information, nearly 11,300 people received mental health and psychosocial support services at treatment and transit centers. At the Bunia clinic, 318 recovered patients received psychological assistance.

The support program is being provided throughout the response process, from identifying suspected cases to helping survivors return to their communities. It also includes assistance for health workers involved in outbreak operations.

In Ituri province, 193 community workers were trained in psychological first aid, while 64 psychologists received additional training, according to the reported response activities.

Health teams recorded 18 new recoveries within 24 hours, including a doctor in Tshopo province, according to the situation update. No new confirmed cases were reported in Bas-Uele, South Kivu, and South Ubangi.