The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the Ebola outbreak risk in the Democratic Republic of Congo as 'very high' as of May 23, 2026.
This escalation comes in light of new Ebola cases reported in Uganda, raising alarms about the potential spread of the virus.
Gabriela Arenas from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has commented on the ongoing situation, emphasizing the need for vigilance.