WHO keeps Ebola emergency as Congo spread risk stays high — August 19, 2026

WHO says the DRC Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak remains a public health emergency of international concern, with nearly 5,000 infections, more than 2,300 deaths, and high risk of further spread across Congo and borders. In this episode: Top stories: 1. WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in DR Congo remains 'public health emergency of international concern' — Anadolu Ajansı https://www.aa.com.tr/en/africa/who-chief-says-ebola-outbreak-in-dr-congo-remains-public-health-emergency-of-international-concern/4030995 2. WHO warns DRC Ebola epidemic poses high risk of further spread-Xinhua — Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20260818/2694e81fcffb4a238ca99ff18dc45f44/c.html 3. Ebola Outbreak: Current Situation — CDC https://www.cdc.gov/ebola/situation-summary/index.html Follow and rate Ebola Watch on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email [email protected]