WHO Warns Congo Ebola Is Still Outrunning Containment — August 20, 2026

Ebola outbreak DRC remains far from controlled as WHO warns transmission is outpacing containment, with nearly 5,000 cases and more than 2,300 deaths reported. Response officials say resources, beds, and contact tracing are still lagging the Bundibugyo outbreak’s spread. In this episode: Top stories: 1. DRC’s Ebola outbreak ‘far from being under control’ | The Manila Times — The Manila Times https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/08/20/world/americas-emea/drcs-ebola-outbreak-far-from-being-under-control/2408419 2. WHO says Congo Ebola outbreak can still be brought under control within three months | Sri Lanka News | Ada Derana | Truth First — Ada Derana https://adaderana.lk/news/cmsyue7ua0008356p51djj1t5 3. No Ebola cases found on quarantined river boat, Congo authorities say — Mizonews https://mizonews.net/politics/17801/ Follow and rate Ebola Watch on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email [email protected]