Update: Confirmed Ebola Case in Sud-Ubangi

Update: Confirmed Ebola Case in Sud-Ubangi

Update: Confirmed Ebola Case in Sud-Ubangi

Issued: 18 September 2026

A confirmed case of Ebola (Bundibugyo virus disease) has been reported in Gwaka, Sud-Ubangi Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). DRC health authorities, supported by partners, are undertaking response measures including surveillance and contact tracing.

Our organisation is based in Ouesso, Republic of Congo. While Sud-Ubangi shares a border with the Republic of Congo, the confirmed case in Gwaka is several hundred kilometres away from Ouesso, with no direct road connection between the two locations. Travel between them would normally take several days, involving river crossings and indirect routes.

The World Health Organization (WHO) currently assesses neighbouring countries as being at higher risk of cross-border spread, but does not recommend general restrictions on travel or trade. Instead, WHO emphasises vigilance, preparedness and coordination across borders.

We are monitoring the situation closely, maintaining communication with health authorities and partners, and will review our operational arrangements as further information becomes available. The safety of our staff, visitors and the communities we serve remains our priority. We will provide further updates if the epidemiological situation or official guidance changes. A confirmed case of Ebola (Bundibugyo virus disease) has been reported in Gwaka, Sud-Ubangi Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). DRC health authorities, supported by partners, are undertaking response measures including surveillance and contact tracing.

Our organisation is based in Ouesso, Republic of Congo. While Sud-Ubangi shares a border with the Republic of Congo, the confirmed case in Gwaka is several hundred kilometres away from Ouesso, with no direct road connection between the two locations. Travel between them would normally take several days, involving river crossings and indirect routes.

The World Health Organization (WHO) currently assesses neighbouring countries as being at higher risk of cross-border spread, but does not recommend general restrictions on travel or trade. Instead, WHO emphasises vigilance, preparedness and coordination across borders.

We are monitoring the situation closely, maintaining communication with health authorities and partners, and will review our operational arrangements as further information becomes available. The safety of our staff, visitors and the communities we serve remains our priority. We will provide further updates if the epidemiological situation or official guidance changes.