Ebola: DR Congo death toll rises sharply to at least 131, WHO to host emergency meeting

The death toll from an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen sharply to at least 131 from 513 suspected cases, Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba said, as the World Health Organization on Tuesday is set to host an emergency committee meeting. 

May 19, 2026 - 12:00
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Ebola: DR Congo death toll rises sharply to at least 131, WHO to host emergency meeting
The death toll from an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen sharply to at least 131 from 513 suspected cases, Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba said, as the World Health Organization on Tuesday is set to host an emergency committee meeting. 

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